Grounds Keeper (GAUTIER)

Mississippi Department of Employment Security; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grounds Keeper (GAUTIER) at Mississippi Department of Employment Security is responsible for labor tasks, janitorial duties, and general maintenance of grounds at the GAUTIER Rest Area.

Responsibilities include grass cutting, operating a tractor and zero-turn mower, and using a string trimmer to keep the grounds neat and safe for visitors and staff. This is an entry-level, full-time position with opportunities to contribute to facility upkeep.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of verifiable experience in grounds maintenance or related field.
• Must be able to operate tractor and zero-turn mower.

Responsibilities

• Labor work and janitorial tasks
• Maintenance of grounds
• Grass cutting
• Operating tractor and zero-turn mower
• Operating string trimmer

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Tractor operation

Mower operation

Tools

Tractor

Zero-turn mower

String trimmer

Job description

Grounds Keeper (GAUTIER) – Mississippi Department of Employment Security

Location: GAUTIER Rest Area

Job Summary: The Grounds Keeper will perform labor, janitorial, and maintenance duties including grass cutting, operating tractors and string trimmers, and other tasks to maintain the facility.

Responsibilities:

• Labor work and janitorial tasks
• Maintenance of grounds
• Grass cutting
• Operating tractor and zero‑turn mower
• Operating string trimmer

Qualifications:

• Minimum one year of verifiable experience in grounds maintenance or related field
• Must be able to operate tractor and zero‑turn mower

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Government Administration