Grounds Keeper- South Plainfield, NJ

Job Title

Grounds Keeper

Georgia-Pacific Recycling South Plainfield, NJ is searching for a self‑motivated individual to fill this role.

Starting pay is $18 per hour.

• 1st Shift – 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Occasional overtime, including Saturdays and Sundays.

200 Helen Street, South Plainfield, NJ 07080.

GP Recycling is one of the world’s largest pure traders of recycled fiber, handling over 100 thousand tons per week. Employees strive for safety and health excellence, aiming for an injury‑free workplace.

• Remove weeds, leaves, debris, and litter from grounds and walkways.
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment such as trimmers and blowers.
• Inspect outdoor areas for safety hazards and report or repair issues promptly.
• Maintain outdoor fences, signage, dock areas, and walkways clean of debris.
• Assist with snow and ice removal (if applicable).
• Support special events setup and outdoor facility preparation.

This position involves outdoor work in all weather conditions and may require early morning, weekend, or seasonal hours depending on the facility’s needs.

• Previous experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or a related field is a plus.
• Ability to safely operate groundskeeping tools and machinery.

• Basic mechanical skills for equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of plant care and seasonal landscaping practices.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify.