Grounds Maintenance Worker Schriever Space Force Base

PCSI; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PCSI is seeking a motivated Grounds Maintenance Worker to maintain Schriever Space Force Base's grounds. This role includes routine maintenance tasks, ensuring safety and cleanliness, and may require flexibility due to weather conditions. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and previous grounds maintenance experience. The position promotes inclusivity for veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Pension

10 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Qualifications

• 1 year of prior experience in grounds maintenance preferred.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and operate hand and power tools.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine grounds maintenance including mowing and trimming.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks on equipment and vehicles.
• Remove snow and debris as needed.

Skills

Ability to use grounds keeping equipment

Knowledge of grounds keeping methods

Ability to lift objects ranging from 10-50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Grounds keeping equipment

Power tools

Job description

PCSI is looking for a Grounds Maintenance Worker at Schriever Space Force Base! The candidate we are looking for is motivated, friendly and a team member to assist us in performing the groundskeeper and maintenance duties. The right person will have a proactive attitude and takes pride in their accomplishments. This position will report to the Contract Manager and is based at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Typical work hours will be 7:00 am to 2:30 pm Monday – Friday – flexible schedules due to snow events.

PCSI is an AbilityOne employer—as such, individuals and veterans with disabilities may be prioritized based on role.Documentation may be required.

Benefits include:

• Base Pay is $21.63/hr.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Pension, 10 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Who We Are:

PCSI is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through employment, advocacy, and partnerships. We vet, prepare, lead, and sustain a skilled workforce that provides top-tier services at job sites across the country. Our areas of expertise are wide and diverse; total facilities maintenance, hospital environmental services, custodial and grounds, disability awareness training, job coaching, and job placement are just a few. We integrate people with disabilities and veterans into meaningful jobs with competitive wages and benefits. Serving people of all abilities in their life’s journey is at the heart of what we do.

What You'll Do as Grounds Maintenance Worker:

• Perform a variety of routine, unskilled and semi-skilled grounds maintenance functions while maintaining the assigned location(s). Additionally, may perform semi-skilled craft trades to support assigned contract.
• Adhere to safety guidelines including wearing safety gear i.e., safety toe work boots.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on equipment and vehicles.
• Monitor grounds and ensure parking lots and walkways are free of debris, as well as mow and trim lawns using Tools and industry equipment.
• During inclement weather, required to remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas using snowplows, snow shovels, and spread melting chemicals.
• Required to maintain and ensure operational equipment through inspections, cleaning and or repairs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You'll Need:

• A High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of prior experience working as grounds maintenance is preferred or any combination of education and training which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to use tools of the trade, including grounds keeping equipment.
• Knowledge of methods used in grounds keeping, including use of all types of lawn equipment.
• Ability to climb, bend, squat, push, lift and carry objects ranging from 10-50 pounds; prolong walking up to 90%.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and speed in the work performed.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and some machinery.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures in place to perform duties assigned.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently to complete work orders.
• Ability to assist and communicate with others as needed and establish effective working relationships.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass criminal, drug, and driving screening.
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather as needed and be exposed to various dirt, debris, and odors, as well as various chemicals.
• Ability to work any time or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Possess valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and base access to assigned site(s).

All veterans and/or persons with all types of disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply!

Qualifications Education

Required

High School

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