Grounds & Facilities Maintenance Technician

West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grand Rapids is seeking a hands-on Grounds Maintenance worker to care for city facilities, streets, and grounds. You will perform manual labor under supervision, contributing to clean, safe public spaces.

Work hours are 7 AM–3:30 PM with possible third-shift in winter; this is a safety-sensitive role subject to DOT drug & alcohol testing. A valid Michigan CDL or ability to obtain one within 6 months is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of tenth grade.
• Some experience in general laboring work.
• Possession of a valid Michigan commercial driver’s license or ability to obtain within six months.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor and lift heavy objects.
• Knowledge of safety standards for heavy physical labor and equipment use.
• Ability to operate hand and power mowers and weed eater.

Responsibilities

• Removes trash and debris from city grounds and streets and disposes of them.
• Maintains grounds by mowing, trimming shrubs, and providing other grounds maintenance assistance.
• Shovels snow and assists in setting up burial equipment and pouring concrete foundations.
• Fills potholes, shovels asphalt, pours concrete, installs street signs.
• Cleans walls, windows, doors, floors; moves furniture and supplies; delivers items as needed.
• Operates lawn and grounds maintenance tools; assists in snow/ice removal.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Work assignment management

Education

Tenth grade completed

General labor experience

Equivalent training/experience

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

The City of Grand Rapids is seeking a hands-on Grounds Maintenance worker to care for city facilities, streets, and grounds. You will perform manual labor under supervision, contributing to clean, safe public spaces.

Work hours are 7 AM–3:30 PM with possible third-shift in winter; this is a safety-sensitive role subject to DOT drug & alcohol testing. A valid Michigan CDL or ability to obtain one within 6 months is required.