Building and Groundskeeper

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionKey AccountabilityKeep and maintain all exterior entrances clean daily. This includes but is not limited to removal of trash, seasonal debris removal such as leaves, animal/bird debris such as nests or feces, mud, dust, etc.Keep hospital grounds, building exteriors and all roof areas clean and free of trash and debris.Remove snow and ice from entrances, parking lots and sidewalks. Use of sand and ice melt as directed.Aerate, spray, fertilize, mow and trim turf including out of way areas, ditches, banks, detention ponds, etc.Plant, maintain, water, and prune ornamentals. Weed gardens and rock areas and mulch beds.Operate and repair fountains as needed. Maintain inventory of materials and supplies needed to perform tasks. This includes tracking prior year usage to ensure correct amounts are ordered each season to prevent shortages or surplus of seasonal supplies such as mulch, fertilizer, ice melt, sand, etc. Inspect and maintain equipment and tools for proper functioning, wear and tear. This includes keeping equipment and tools in a neat and organized fashion.Maintain mowers and equipment including regular routine maintenance such as oil changes and blade sharpening, repairs, and preparing them for seasonal service.Maintain records, reports, statistics and budgetary information for administrative and regulatory review.Evaluate and justify departments needs and purchases relating to grounds and equipment. Direct storage of supplies and equipment.Perform utility and project work as required, such as painting, project cleaning and minor repairs.Assist Maintenance Manager with contract negotiations relating to grounds and snow/ice removal.Will be required to complete task and preventative maintenance requests in the Facility Fit Pro Work Order system.Assist carpenter when in times of need and when not doing grounds duties. This could include a variety of duties such as furniture moving, painting, and basic carpentry repair work.Identified as the person in charge of the snow removal program, with knowledge in salts, sand, and chemicals used to treat and remove snow and ice. Has authority to call in contracted snow removal, and additional staff help to clear and treat as needed and during times of heavy weather.Must be able to balance the grounds duties and the building maintenance duties to ensure that facility is maintained at the highest possible level.Maintains hospital vehicle fleet including regular scheduled maintenance and cleanliness.Key AccountabilityAssure all safety, health, and sanitation regulations are met.Maintain and keep records on what plants we are using, repairs, supplies, etc.Assure all safety, health, and sanitation regulations are met.Assure compliance with all other established standards and regulatory requirements.As required may coordinate, conduct, and report time studies as needed.Attend department meetings as scheduled.Actively participate in team oriented decision making process. Be a team player, willing to be flexible and open to other's ideas.Key AccountabilityMaintain established hospital and department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control.Participate on hospital committees and serve as a consultant to other departments as requested.Develop a proactive mind-set toward the job. Observe opportunities for improvement, formulate ideas, communicate those ideas with their supervisor and/or other staff, and carry out variations in work habits in continuous quality improvement.Focus daily work toward high customer satisfaction. The goal of all employees is to meet or exceed our customers' expectations 100% of the time.Maintain professional growth and development.Promote good intra and inter hospital communications and relationships at all times.Carry out other responsibilities as required.Qualifications:Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Completion of a horticulture course or grounds keeping program is desirable.Experience: Previous mechanical experience and skills. Previous experience in servicing and maintain equipment such as mowers, sweepers, pick-up, trailers, etc. Experience driving a manual transmission vehicle and pulling a trailer. Previous experience operating wide variety of equipment used in groundskeeping. Preferred: Experience with computerized work request and PM system.License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver's license. Ornamental and turf pest control pesticide applicator's certificate (30T) or obtained within 12 months of hire. Preferred: Certificate on building education or 5 years' experience.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have knowledge and know how to care for a wide variety of plant material. Must have knowledge of spraying and fertilizer calibration. Must have knowledge of operation and maintenance of all equipment used in groundskeeping. Previous experience and knowledge working with salts, sand and chemicals used to treat and use in snow removal. Basic carpentry skills such as painting, patching walls, small carpentry repairs, etc. Preferred: Previous experience with residential and commercial carpentry. Shift: 8 am - 4:30pm. Will be required to clear snow and ice from entrances, parking lots, and sidewalks prior to staff and patient arrivals. Days/times will vary based on weather conditions.On-Call: Yes (Will be required to come in to clear snow and ice from entrances, parking lots, and sidewalks prior to staff and patient arrivals Days/Times will vary based on weather conditions.)Weekends: Yes (Will be required to come in to clear snow and ice from entrances, parking lots, and sidewalks prior to staff and patient arrivals Days/Times will vary based on weather conditions.)Holidays: Yes, on call, see On-Call Description

Created: 2025-05-06