Grounds Maintenance Worker

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Full Time Las Cruces, NM, Las Cruces, NM, US

6 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $16.00 To $16.00 Hourly

Location: Las Cruces, NM
Position Type: Full-Time
Rate of Pay:$16.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Driving

Required:

Yes
Reports To: Grounds Maintenance Supervisor

The Grounds Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing grounds and rest area maintenance duties in accordance with the established contract schedule, requirements, and standards. This position ensures assigned grounds are clean, safe, well-maintained, and present a professional appearance at all times.

The employee will operate a variety of grounds maintenance equipment, perform landscaping and irrigation maintenance, remove debris, and complete routine grounds care activities. The position requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and safely operate mowing, trimming, and other grounds maintenance equipment.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in grounds maintenance.

Experience with irrigation systems, tractors, mowing equipment, and related grounds maintenance equipment required.

License/Certification:

Valid Driver's License required.

Driving:

Yes – Driving is required as part of this position.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background and security requirements, which may include:

Office of Inspector General/CMMS Exclusions List –
Required

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check –
Required

New Mexico Department of Health Fingerprinting –
Required

FBI Top Secret Clearance –
Not Required

Office of Personnel Management/Federal Investigative Services Security Clearance –
Not Required

Perform grounds maintenance duties according to contract schedules, requirements, and established quality standards.

Mow all improved grounds to maintain a well-manicured appearance using walk-behind and zero-turn riding lawnmowers.

Operate weed eaters and other appropriate equipment to trim grass, remove weeds, and maintain weed control.

Operate blowers and manually remove trash, leaves, limbs, and other debris to maintain clean, safe, and neat grounds.

Trim hedges and shrubs and edge areas around walkways, planters, buildings, and walls using hedge trimmers, clippers, and edging tools.

Prune shrubs and trees using appropriate shears, saws, and other approved equipment.

Respond to storm-related damage as quickly as available manpower allows, including removal of fallen trees, limbs, debris, and silt deposited by water runoff on improved grounds.

Aerate grounds as needed and apply fertilizer in accordance with established requirements and procedures.

Monitor grounds maintenance equipment and promptly report malfunctions, damage, safety concerns, or other equipment issues to the appropriate supervisor.

Repair and/or replace Rain Bird valves, sprinkler systems, timers, pipes, fittings, and wiring as required.

Dig and maintain irrigation ditches and perform necessary irrigation system repairs.

Follow all safety procedures when operating equipment, handling materials, and performing grounds maintenance activities.

Maintain work areas, equipment, and assigned grounds in a clean, safe, and professional condition.

Adhere to the organization's dress code and maintain a professional appearance.

Complete required annual health, safety, and educational training and demonstrate the expected level of competency for each required course.

Report to work on time and remain awake, alert, and attentive during work hours and training.

Follow established procedures for notifying management of absences or tardiness.

Attend mandatory trainings, staff meetings, and other required meetings.

Represent Tresco in a positive and professional manner by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Comply with all…