GROUNDS AND MAINTENANCE

Claxton-Logistics-Service; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Claxton-Logistics-Service is seeking a Grounds Maintenance laborer in Oceanside, CA, to support a contract aboard USMC Base Camp Pendleton. The role includes mowing, landscaping, and general labor duties to keep outdoor areas safe and presentable.

Responsibilities include operating landscaping tools, maintaining grounds, adhering to safety and PPE requirements, and assisting with related tasks as needed. Prior landscaping or general labor experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely use landscaping equipment and hand tools; basic grounds maintenance knowledge.
• Dependable attendance and commitment to safety and quality.
• Previous landscaping, grounds maintenance, or general labor experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mow, edge, trim, water, weed, prune, mulch, and maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, and landscaped areas.
• Remove leaves, litter, weeds, storm debris, and other materials from assigned grounds and exterior areas.
• Operate and care for mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, and other hand or power tools.
• Perform general labor, including digging, raking, lifting, loading, unloading, and transporting materials.
• Help maintain sidewalks, parking lots, curbs, fences, irrigation components, equipment, and vehicles.
• Follow company, customer, OSHA, environmental, and PPE requirements; promptly report hazards, injuries, damage, and equipment malfunctions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow instructions

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Grounds maintenance basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Driver's license preferred

Job description

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GROUNDS AND MAINTENANCE

Full Time Oceanside, CA, US

Currently seeking a Grounds Maintenance laborer for our contract aboard USMC Base Camp Pendleton, CA. This position will maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of landscaped grounds and outdoor facilities. Performs routine landscaping and general labor tasks in accordance with contract quality and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Mow, edge, trim, water, weed, prune, mulch, and maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, and landscaped areas.
• Remove leaves, litter, weeds, storm debris, and other materials from assigned grounds and exterior areas.
• Operate and care for mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, and other hand or power tools.
• Perform general labor, including digging, raking, lifting, loading, unloading, and transporting materials.
• Help maintain sidewalks, parking lots, curbs, fences, irrigation components, equipment, and vehicles.
• Follow company, customer, OSHA, environmental, and PPE requirements; promptly report hazards, injuries, damage, and equipment malfunctions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to safely use landscaping equipment, power tools, and hand tools; basic knowledge of grounds maintenance practices.
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, professionalism, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Previous landscaping, grounds maintenance, or general labor experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; valid driver's license preferred and may be required to operate company vehicles.

Physical and Work Requirements

Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and safely operate powered equipment. Work is primarily outdoors and may involve heat, cold, rain, wind, dust, pollen, noise, insects, and uneven terrain. Occasional overtime, weekend work, or severe-weather response may be required.

This is an SCA covered position and includes an additional health and Welfare benefit of $5.09 per hour for up to 40 hours per week.