Grounds Maintenance Worker

PPM; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PPM is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker for our Lakeland area operations. This full-time, on-site role performs routine grounds care, operates mowers and tools, and helps maintain athletic fields, parks, and other city grounds.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, physical stamina, and the ability to follow safety rules and work outdoors in varying weather. Valid driver's license preferred. Join a team focused on reliable, quality grounds maintenance for a diverse client base.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior groundskeeping or maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and safety protocols.
• Ability to operate landscaping equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine grounds maintenance including mowing and trimming.
• Operates hand and power tools for routine tasks.
• Assembles and maintains playground, picnic equipment, and fences.
• Maintains athletic fields, parks, and building grounds.
• Interacts with the public in a courteous and friendly manner.

Skills

Safety protocols

Read work orders

Outdoor work

Tool knowledge

Physical stamina

Follow instructions

Public interaction

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mowers

Hand tools

Power tools

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Company Description

PPM is a maintenance and services provider with nearly 40 years of experience supporting complex manufacturing and industrial facilities. The company is recognized for strong safety performance and the ability to keep facilities and equipment operating at optimal levels through well-developed systems and processes. PPM self-performs most plant maintenance, shutdown, and capital construction services, which supports tight control of schedules, costs, and quality. Ongoing training, awareness of regulatory changes, and adoption of new technologies help PPM deliver reliable, up-to-date services. The team is focused on meeting demanding equipment reliability and plant production objectives for a diverse client base.

Role Description

The Grounds Maintenance Worker is a full-time, on-site role based in the Lakeland area.

• Performs routine grounds and road right-of-way cleaning and maintenance; cuts grass with power mowers, including small tractor mowers, push-type or small tractor mowers; cuts and hoes weeds; trims and prunes shrubbery and small trees; rakes leaves; edges curbs; sprays ditches for weeds; cleans and maintains garden equipment; loads trash and trimmings on truck.
• Uses hand tools and small, power-operated tools on routine tasks.
• Assembles, installs, and maintains playground and picnic equipment and fences.
• Maintains area of responsibility including but not limited to: Athletic fields and courts, parks, playgrounds, building grounds, water fowl, medians, rights-of-way, city trees, medians, and/or turf areas.
• Involves all phases of landscape installation and maintenance.
• Operates light trucks and other motorized critical in grounds maintenance and events.
• Greases and makes minor repairs on equipment; services and washes automobiles and trucks; digs ditches; repairs broken catch basins; cleans out storm sewer pipes and catch basins.
• Performs simple carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing and mechanical repair and construction work, often under the supervision of a skilled worker.
• Interacts with the public in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Tree crews and Downtown routes members install, maintain, and remove holiday decorations.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety protocols, read and interpret work orders, and complete tasks with attention to detail.
• Prior experience in groundskeeping, facility maintenance, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and operate maintenance equipment safely.
• Knowledge of tools and their uses.
• Knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely with and around mechanized equipment, hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to detect and report problems related to plants, such as diseases, lack of water, etc.
• Knowledge of the use of motorized equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, City employees and the general public.
• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have valid Driver's license.

Physical Demands

• May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Must posses enough strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential
• functions as identified above
• Must be able to move in and around confided spaces and uneven areas
• Must have full range of motion consistent with age
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance laddersMust be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from otheremployees, alarms and other job-related noises
• Visual acuity, depth perception and color discrimination consistent with that required to work at heights and on uneven surfaces