Ground Maintenance

Position Title: Groundskeeper

Date Modified: January 2023

Date Posted: November 8, 2023

Start Date: Immediate

Reports To: Director of Facilities

Under appropriate supervision and/or designated direction, the employee will perform work of a semi‑skilled nature in the care and maintenance of grounds to include seeding, trimming, moving, rolling, watering, spiking and raking or blowing of lawn areas and athletic areas. Employee is also responsible for the mixing and application of various chemicals, chemical sprays, fertilizers to apply on lawns and landscapes.

The employee will be an addition to the maintenance department and may be required to assist in other areas of maintenance on an as‑needed basis.

• High school graduate or GED preferred
• Experience as a grounds keeper or lawn/landscaping work
• Basic knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions involved with grounds keeping
• Knowledge and proficiency in working with equipment and supplies required to perform grounds keeping and landscaping work
• Self‑motivated and willing to work with others
• Professional and efficient interaction with people
• Ability to work any shift including weekends, nights and holidays; and/or work extended hours if required
• Keep the grounds free of litter, debris or other objects harmful to the operation of such grounds
• Cut and maintain lawns and/or grass
• Rake and maintain leaves, plants, flowers, trees or shrubs
• Provide ground maintenance in all seasons
• Inspect for and control insects, pests and ground diseases
• Mix and apply chemicals as needed for treatment of lawn, garden and activity areas
• Respond to requests to work overtime when conditions warrant and directed by management
• Perform assigned weekend and holiday standby duties to respond to emergencies as scheduled by management
• Work in association with other crafts (electrician, carpenter or mechanic) when conditions, schedule or workload warrants or as directed by management
• Maintain field work orders, service calls and logs as directed by management
• Assist in additional activities as needed (e.g., preparation of special events)
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Attend various training classes as may be assigned by management
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required by supervisor and SMH management

Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

• Able to work in a highly stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Overtime may be required during special events or emergencies
• Work indoor and outdoor in all types of weather conditions including extreme heat, cold or rain
• Strenuous physical labor and heavy lifting required
• Travel from site to site
• Exposure to potential chemical, biological and physical hazards: dust, fumes, noise, and inclement weather
• Stand, walk, bend for extended periods; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen on a regular basis
• Must be able to climb and descend ladders and stairs to a height of 20 feet without assistance
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Work around construction and operating equipment

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Interested candidates should submit the SMH application online. If available, candidates can also submit a cover letter and resume.