Groundskeeper

Strasburg Rail Road Company
Position Description
Position Title: Groundskeeper
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Worker Category: Full-time
Retirement: 401k
Position Reports To: Director of Grounds

POSITION PURPOSE: The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and 
overall appearance of indoor and outdoor facilities. This role involves performing routine 
cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance tasks within buildings, as well as landscaping and 
groundskeeping duties to ensure well-maintained and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces. 
Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, trash removal, restroom maintenance, lawn care, and 
minor repairs to facilities and equipment. The Groundskeeper plays a key role in providing a clean, 
safe, and welcoming environment for employees, residents, and visitors while adhering to safety 
regulations and operational standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
•  Custodial Duties
•  Sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean floors in buildings and common areas.
•  Dust and wipe down furniture, surfaces, and fixtures.
•  Empty trash and recycling bins and replace liners.
•  Sanitize restrooms, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, and replenishing supplies.
•  Clean windows, doors, and entryways as needed.
•  Respond to spills, messes, and emergency cleanups in a timely manner.
•  Monitor and report maintenance issues, such as leaks, damages, or needed repairs.
•  Groundskeeping Duties
•  Mow, trim, edge, and maintain lawns and landscaped areas.
•  Water plants, trees, and flower beds as needed.
•  Remove weeds, debris, leaves, and litter from outdoor areas.
•  Maintain sidewalks, parking lots, and entryways, including snow/ice removal when necessary.
•  Inspect and perform minor maintenance on outdoor structures such as benches, fences, and 
signage.
•  Operate and maintain groundskeeping tools and equipment safely.
•  Engage with Guests in active conversation, inquiring if they need assistance, and assisting 
Guests as needed.
•  Assisting physically disabled Guests in boarding and disembarking train cars.
•  Seasonal duties include but are not limited to landscaping, snow removal, and tending of coal 
fires.
•  Other duties as required.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
•  Consistently exhibits a positive, helpful attitude toward Guests, including the ability to speak 
clearly and convey information accurately.
•  Pays attention to detail, shows a desire to learn, and executes tasks as directed.
•  Spreads accurate information about the railroad and its history to our Guests.
•  Works well independently as well as with a team.
•  Is self-motivated and demonstrates initiative.

•  Presents a neat and clean appearance.
•  Demonstrates a consistent eagerness to answer questions and always serve Guests or potential 
customers with a positive attitude.
•  Follows scheduling request policies.
•  Responds in a timely fashion to supervisor or manager requests (e.g. regarding scheduling).
•  Reports on time for work and meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS
•  Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
•  Ability to work on his/her own or in teams.
•  Written and oral communication should be accurate and professional.
•  Detail-oriented organizational habits and the ability to prioritize tasks.
•  Must be able to lift to 50 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS
•  Rotating shifts and hours vary based on train operating schedules and availability. Start time 
can vary anywhere from 3:45am-Noon (subject to change).
•  Weekends and Holidays required.
•  Work is primarily outdoors.
•  Frequent walking and standing for long periods of time.
•  Occasional lifting, bending, and twisting.

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTION
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and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions. We/I-constructed job 
descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system. All descriptions have been 
reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral 
tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skiffs, and 
abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully 
perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and 
requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Supervisors as deemed appropriate may 
assign additional functions and requirements. In accordance with the American with Disabilities 
Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled 
individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks 
to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization. Job descriptions are 
not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an 
at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.
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