Grounds Maintenance Laborer

Government Contracting Resources, Inc; Fallbrook (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Government Contracting Resources, Inc. is seeking a Grounds Maintenance/Laborer to perform a range of outdoor upkeep tasks at facilities in California. The role covers lawn care, planting, irrigation, and repair work, with emphasis on safety and professional service.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, able to obtain base access, and pass required pre-employment checks. The position requires a high school diploma and familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, with strong organizational and

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain base access.
• Submit to pre-employment drug test and background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine cleanup, cutting, trimming, and edging of all grassed areas and lawns.
• Maintains flowers, shrubs, tree beds, and replacement thereof.
• Completes general leaf cleanup, tree pruning, tree removal, sod installation, seeding, fertilizing, liming, thatching, aerating, irrigation, erosion control, watering, and back-filling.
• Handles materials (loading/unloading, digging, hauling, hoisting, carrying), washes and cleans vehicles and equipment, and uses hand-tools and power equipment.
• Maintains ground structures such as roads, parking areas, sidewalks, fences, retaining walls, drainage; assists in weather-related services and emergencies.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems; assists others in solving problems.
• Maintains tools and equipment in good condition; plans and organizes assignments.
• Presents a professional, positive, and helpful attitude when interacting with customers, co-workers, and supervision.
• Maintains effective communication with management, employees, and customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Ability to follow verbal and written <

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Grounds Maintenance/Laborer will perform various tasks associated with grounds maintenance outside of the buildings.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Performs routine cleanup, cutting, trimming, and edging of all grassed areas and lawns.
• Performs maintenance of flowers, shrubs, tree beds, and replacement thereof.
• Completes general leaf clean-up, tree pruning, tree removal, sod installation, seeding, fertilizing, liming, thatching, aerating, irrigation, erosion control, watering, and back-filling.
• Handles materials (e.g., loading, unloading, digging, hauling, hoisting, carrying, wrapping, mixing, pouring, spreading); washing and cleaning cars and trucks and department equipment; cleaning grounds and other areas; and doing other general maintenance work, by hand or using common hand-tools and power equipment.
• Provides routine maintenance and minor repairs to such ground structures as improved and unimproved roads, parking areas, sidewalks, fences, retaining walls, storm drainage ditches, window wells, and catch basins; heavy weather services (snow removal); refuse collection and disposal, and provide services necessary to cope with emergencies such as those resulting from accidents, natural disasters, breakdown of equipment, floods in buildings from roof leaks, overflowed restroom fixtures, sprinkler systems, water pipes, and other utilities.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Maintains tools and equipment in good condition; plans and organizes assignments effectively.
• Presents a professional, positive, and helpful attitude at all times when interacting with customers, co-workers, and supervision.
• Maintains effective communication with management, employees, and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain base access.
• Submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years within the past five years in commercial grounds maintenance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer/DFWP/VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Protected Veterans are invited to apply.