Grounds Laborer

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Grounds Laborer is responsible for the cultivation and care oflandscaping and grounds on open grounds and around buildings and/or structures. May perform some janitorial work. Maintains constant monitoring of cleanliness to ensure company standards are correctlymaintained while using the appropriate supplies and equipment in a responsible and efficient manner. ***** Due to contract requirements, priority will be given to persons with disabilities. *****

Job Duties:

Perform various groundskeeping duties. Cut/Mow lawn using hand, power, or riding mower. Trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls. Rake and prepare, and replace and/or lay seed or sod in needed areas. Landscape by planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes. Apply fertilizer and/or pesticides to the ground to enhance growth. Remove stumps, fills holes, and apply grass seed as needed. Remove all landscaping debris. Cut down tree limbs that are posing a danger. Trim shrubs and pull weeds. Perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in grounds keeping. Rake, mulch, and prune the grounds as needed. Water plants and grass as needed and apply fertilizer. May be required to perform minor custodial/janitorial duties as assigned by supervisor. Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Frequent exposure to heat, sun for extended periods of time. Possible exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, and various infectious diseases. Exposure to wildlife. Possible exposure to uncomfortable noise levels and vibration of the body or extremities.