Groundskeeper

10000 Sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in North Dakota is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain outdoor spaces, perform snow removal, and support general property upkeep across the campus. The role is on-site with a 40-hour workweek and requires basic landscaping training and lawn equipment experience.

Candidates should have a trade or vocational background in landscaping or related fields, six months of equipment experience, and any applicable licenses for grounds or vehicle operation.

Qualifications

• Trade school or vocational training in landscaping, horticulture, forestry or park management desired.
• Six months of experience working with lawn care equipment preferred.
• May require State Commercial Applicators License and/or Certification.
• May require valid driver's license and compliance with DOT as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Care for the organization's maintained grounds including outdoor property maintenance, snow removal, and basic tree trimming.
• Assist with inside maintenance and construction support as needed.
• Assist with sprinkler system maintenance and parking lot repairs (cold patching/asphalt).
• Operate equipment for dirt work and snow removal; use hand and power tools as required.

Skills

Lawn equipment operation

Safety oriented

Physical stamina

Team player

Education

Trade/vocational landscaping or related field

Tools

Commercial Applicators License

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $15.00 - $23.00 Union Position: No Department Details

Our grounskeeping team is responsible for all areas of outdoor maintenance to include, mowing, tree trimming, snow removal, fertilizing, planting, cleaning and more Pay starts at $15.00 with additional credit given for work experience relative to this role Summary Responsible for care of the organization's maintained grounds. Work will include, but not be limited to, all types of outside property maintenance, snow removal, equipment work, and basic tree trimming.

Job Description May assist with inside maintenance and construction assistance work.

Assists with maintenance and repair of sprinkler systems.

Assists with parking lot repairs, such as cold patching/asphalt repairs.

Assists with assessments on grounds.

May assist with minor electrical work.

May assist with general maintenance work on various equipment.

Ability to operate equipment for basic dirt work and snow removal equipment such as bobcats, trucks with snow removal equipment, power brooms etc.

Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools as well as light and heavy‑duty machinery helpful.

Ability to work on high equipment, such as lifts, ladders etc.

Experience in parking ramp, lawn maintenance, and general maintenance desired.

Knowledge of mechanics and a working knowledge of plumbing, painting, electronics, masonry, carpentry, welding, and landscape technology.

Adaptable to learn maintenance duties inside buildings when needed.

Depending on location, may function as a seasonal shuttle driver for employees.

Qualifications Trade school or vocational school with courses in landscaping, horticulture, forestry or park management desired.

Six months experience working with lawn care equipment preferred.

May require applicable State Commercial Applicators License and/or Certification.

Depending on location, may require current valid driver's license, and must meet all medical guidelines for Sanford Health Category III drivers.

Depending on location, class A Commercial Drivers License, and full compliance with DOT regulations required within 6 months from hire date.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America's heartland.

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies.

The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies.

The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.