Grounds Laborer

SHIFT: 7:00am - 3:30pm

Hourly Rate: $17.93

**SEASONAL - March through December**

Job Summary:

Performs manual labor associated with performing grounds maintenance and landscaping operations for a business and other properties according to contract specification. This position is seasonal.  The work will start on 1 April and go through Nov/Dec of each year.

Essential Functions:

• Complies with all Agency policies and procedures and follows contract specifications
• Maintains areas that encompass building and facilities and including turf areas, ornamental shrubs, ground cover and trees.
• Maintains designated grounds at both APG and Edgewood locations
• Supports recreation and special events as required
• Identifies equipment and supplies needed for each job and transport them
• Follows all rules and regulations for driving on base and maintains valid driver’s license
• Mows, weeds, trims, and edges lawn using walk behind, stand-on or ride-on movers and gasoline powered trimmers and edges around buildings, sidewalks, trees, landscape areas and other areas as directed
• Prunes trees and shrubs
• Removes tree limbs and stumps
• Establishes new landscape areas
• Installs new trees, shrubs and annual/seasonal flower beds as directed
• Plants and waters grass, trees, flowers, shrubs and installs sod
• Mulches around trees, flower beds, shrubs, lawns, and walls
• Applies fertilizer and lime only as directed
• Controls erosion by grading areas, constructs drainage ditches, and places protective landscape materials
• Removes leaves, trash, and debris and repair storm damage
• Cleans and clears ditches
• Removes leaves and yard waste and disposes of same as directed
• Opens/closes and maintains Water Features and Pond areas
• Sets up and maintains Courtyard areas
• Cleans up and maintains designated smoking areas
• Power washes sidewalks, building canopies, entrances and courtyards
• Uses and cares for equipment properly
• Complies with uniform dress code and personal hygiene standards
• Passes and complies with all facility and security requirements and procedures
• Wears ID badge(s) at all times while performing work under this Contract

Secondary Functions:

• Take periodic inventories
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Perform other duties and tasks as needed

*Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice

Physical Abilities Needed to Meet Work Demands:

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs and hills
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, stoop
• Ability to work in various positions including kneeling or squatting position for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work in dirty areas or adverse weather conditions
• Ability to see details on the ground, above the head, or on surfaces

Job Competencies Needed for Success on the Job:                      

• Ability to work with limited direct supervision
• Ability to follow directions and focus on tasks
• Ability to report problems or relate information
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and with safety always in mind
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Ability to use and care for equipment and supplies properly
• Ability to use power tools and gasoline powered tools
• Ability to notice and report changes in work space conditions
• Ability to notify supervisor when equipment or supplies are needed to perform task
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with numerous interruptions
• Ability to attend work regularly according to assigned schedule and company policies
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required
• Ability to attend and participate in training and work related meetings
• Ability to deal with others in a positive, enthusiastic, respectful, and courteous manner
• Ability to comply with all facility, security, and company policies and procedures

Other requirements: 

• Valid driver’s license from state of residence and ability to drive, if applicable for site
• License must have been valid for at least 3 years
• Acceptable driving record as determined by Agency’s insurance carrier and by Chimes DC policies and procedures
• Candidates with disabilities preferred
• Must speak and comprehend English
• Must be a US Citizen

Essential Personnel:

This position is designated as essential.  This means that when the facility is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in this position may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the facility.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Landscaping training desired

Experience:

• Six months of landscaping experience preferred

What’s in it for you if selected to become a Full-Time Employee?

Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with Company Match
• Transportation Subsidy
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Want to learn more?

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: https://chimes.org/Careers.

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