Groundskeeper

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Position Summary

Inspect/Perform/Manage vendor safety inspections, snow removal, sweeping, outdoor signage, parking lots/garages, and landscaping tasks of all of affiliate's properties. Performs inventory control, preventive maintenance and repairs of related grounds equipment, motor pool, and maintenance buildings/garage.

High School Diploma, GED or related vocational training is preferred.

Two years of related experience is preferred.

Valid state driver’s license and must be insurable to operate hospital vehicles is required.

Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, and lift. Must be able to tolerate variable amounts of standing, walking and/or sedentary activity. Must possess manual dexterity to handle and manipulate equipment and appliances. Must rotate different hours, shifts, and/or assigned areas, as well as be called in during emergencies to provide adequate coverage.

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information.

Possesses strong technical aptitude and product knowledge.

Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Friendly and service oriented.

Performs or assists in the routine maintenance, repair, and operation of affiliate’s systems and components, including but not limited to:  grounds, landscaping, parking surfaces and structures, grounds equipment, motor pool, outdoor signage, snow removal, fencing, irrigation systems, water retention ponds and fountains, and any other maintenance as recommended by the equipment manufacturer; responds to maintenance requisitions from other departments in a timely manner;  Takes call during off duty hours on a rotating basis or as needed

Performs routine inspection of affiliate’s systems and components, including but not limited to: storage buildings, mechanical spaces, grounds equipment, flag poles, parking spaces and signage, entries, outdoor trash collection, trees and shrubs;  tours grounds and identifies items that need to be addressed; documents activities in the affiliate’s computer building records management system;  uses affiliate’s purchasing system to orders parts and supplies as necessary

Assists other team members and leadership with other duties, including but not limited to: boilers and related controls, operating the building automation controls, water testing or culturing, cleaning of spaces, movement of furniture or equipment, or other ‘hand-on’ requests as needed; assists in the affiliate’s security management program

Responds to building emergency conditions, including but not limited to: fire alarms, utility failures, medical emergencies or patient surges

Possess the information, skill, and understanding of the work to be performed.  Actively participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains certifications, licensure as appropriate.

Abides by all safety requirements including demonstrating proper hand hygiene and wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), if applicable. 

Complies with all standards, policies and procedures including dress code, attendance and punctuality.  Attends required in-services and meetings and completes all mandatory competencies by deadline. Commits to keeping all patient, student or colleague information confidential and maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with team members. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Support Services

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

50 lbs.

Carrying

X

50 lbs.

Pushing

X

50 lbs.

Pulling

X

50 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Use of Hands/Dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Extreme Cold

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Extreme Heat

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Humid

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Wet

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Noise

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Hazards

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Temperature Change

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Vibration

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Other

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.