Groundskeeper

Overview

Job Description
The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining and improving site grounds. Assigned work such as mowing, trimming, leaf removal and duties related to inclement weather, such as snow removal, may fluctuate by season.

Compensation
The hourly rate for this position is $26.00 to $29.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

Benefits
Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits,  Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position; the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

• Maintains and improves facility grounds based on established sustainability guidelines.
• Applies planned designs to resolve landscaping needs.
• Performs tasks such as planting, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, raking, salting, shoveling snow, removing ice, etc.
• Operates various types of equipment including power mowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, sprayers, etc.
• May be required to operate trucks, tractors and attachments used to maintain grounds as needed.
• Responsible for cleaning and upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, etc.
• Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on lawn equipment and tools.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures and reports any malfunctions/defects to supervisor immediately.

• Previous experience in groundskeeping/horticulture preferred.
• Non‑commercial driver's license required.
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping principals and power landscape equipment.
• Must be able to adhere to safety procedures.
• Work involves exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures.

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. The role may also require uniforms and/or usage of personal protective equipment (PPE).

No specific education requirement listed.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.