Grounds Maintenance Specialist

Description

Do you enjoy working outdoors? Are you skilled in grounds or landscaping maintenance? Do you have a passion for well‑kept grounds and gardens?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a dependable grounds keeper to help us maintain a level of aesthetic excellence  will be joining a hard‑working team of grounds maintenance specialists that provide a full range of services including lawn mowing, trimming, edging, and weeding; clearing debris from grounds, storage and parking areas; and performing snow removal, ditching, and earth movement tasks.

• Assist with beautification of property for the premier research and development center of Howard County
• Trim, edge, and mow lawn areas using commercial walk‑behind and riding mowers and other gasoline‑powered equipment
• Mulch and weed planting bed areas, prune/trim trees, plants, and shrubs, reporting evidence of disease or pests
• Rake leaves, collect trash, and perform other grounds maintenance clean‑up duties as needed
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment in clean and good working order
• Assist the Snow Crew during inclement weather
• Use personal protective equipment, work outside during inclement weather conditions, climb ladders, work at heights, lift and carry 50 lbs, and use APL vehicles in the course of daily operations

Minimum qualifications:

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent with math and language skills comparable to a high school graduate
• Have knowledge and skill to operate hand and power tools to maintain turf, paved, and landscaped areas of commercial or residential properties
• Be capable of operating commercial mowing equipment, including walk‑behind (48", 52", 60") and other grounds equipment such as gas‑powered weed eaters, edgers, back‑pack blowers, hand tools, tractors, and snow removal equipment
• Possess effective communication skills and the ability to apply knowledge of rules, regulations, and guidelines of applicable codes
• Have a valid state‑of‑residence driver’s license in good standing
• Have the ability to obtain or possess a valid DOT medical card
• Be willing and able to work a 6:00 am to 2:30 pm shift Monday through Friday and work overtime when required; shift assignment may occasionally change to meet business needs
• Have the ability to climb ladders, work at heights, lift and carry 50 lbs
• Hold U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status as required to access APL’s facilities and networks, subject to applicable laws

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you:

• Have experience with erosion control, grading, and seeding
• Have experience tree pruning with an understanding of disease and pest evidence
• Have snow removal experience
• Have basic computer skills

Why Work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world‑class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore‑Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities.

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