Grounds Maintenance

Gerber Poultry & Gerber Farm Division; Kidron (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local agricultural company in Kidron, Ohio, seeks a grounds maintenance individual to perform seasonal duties including lawn mowing, snow removal, and general upkeep of plant grounds. Responsibilities also entail operating equipment and maintaining clear communication with personnel. Candidates should possess effective planning skills and a commitment to company policies. This role requires adaptability and a positive representation of the company at all times.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely drive and operate company provided equipment.
• Ability to safely operate company provided spraying equipment.
• Effective planning and organizing skills.

Responsibilities

• Mow and maintain a clean lawn as needed.
• Remove snow and spread salt on all sidewalks/crosswalks as needed.
• Clean and paint equipment, lines, etc. as needed.

Skills

Clear communication

Lawn maintenance

Weed control

Snow removal

Equipment operation

Tools

Spraying equipment

Mowing equipment

Job description

Under general supervision and in a timely manner, the grounds maintenance individual's schedule will vary depending on the season of the year. The spring/summer/fall seasons, be responsible to mow the back yard, spray weeds, paint and clean as needed. In the winter season, be responsible to remove snow and spread salt as needed, along with general cleanup and assist with the needs of the Maintenance and/or Refrigeration Departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Must demonstrate clear and concise communication with supervision and plant personnel in all things related to their specific job responsibilities.
• Mow and maintain a clean lawn as needed.
• Maintain the plant grounds free of weeds as needed.
• Remove snow and spread salt on all sidewalks/crosswalks as needed.
• Clean and paint equipment, lines, etc. as needed.
• Clean areas as directed.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to safely drive and operate company provided equipment.
• Ability to safely operate company provided spraying equipment
• Effective planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to receive written and verbal instructions.
• Ability and willingness to comply and support Company policies, procedures, work rules, and protocols.
• Ability to adapt effectively to workplace changes and new job duties/responsibilities.
• Ability to represent the Company in a positive and professional manner at all times.