GROUNDSKEEPER (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

SSC Services For Education; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Same day pay

Job summary

SSC Services for Education is hiring immediately for full time and part time groundskeeper positions at the University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40506. Openings at other locations within the school district available; online applications accepted only.

The role plans and administers grounds and plant maintenance, trims shrubs, and maintains lawns; prior groundskeeping experience is preferred. The fixed pay rate is $17.55 per hour.

Qualifications

• Valid Non-CDL Class C driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality customer service with attention to detail.
• Inspects common areas and reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Mows lawns weekly during the proper season.
• Trims bushes to maintain neat appearance.
• Weeds flowerbeds weekly.
• Shovels exterior walkways during wintery weather; salts or sands icy walkways as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for full time and part time GROUNDSKEEPER positions.
• Location: University of Kentucky - 101 Main Building, Lexington, KY 40506. (Openings at other locations within school district available) Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time and part time schedules; days and hours may vary. More details upon interview. (Full and Part Time with the flexibility to meet most scheduling needs)
• Requirement: Prior groundskeeping experience is preferred.
• Fixed Pay Rate: $17.55 per hour.
• Perks: SSC invests in our employees with training and growth opportunities, but the benefits don’t stop there, SSC offers a comprehensive benefits package and we are also excited to offer same day pay! At SSC we truly believe that our people are our greatest asset!

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group we create clean, safe, and distraction free learning environments for students of all ages. With a focus on a people first culture, growth opportunities, and supporting local communities we set the stage for a meaningful career in educational facilities nationwide.

Job Summary

Summary: Plans and administers a program of grounds and plant maintenance, including growing schedules and continued propagation through plants and cuttings. Responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the care of grasses and plants. Trims, prunes and removes scrubs, bushes and trees. Performs general janitorial duties including property inspections, landscaping and grounds maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides quality customer service to customers by providing one-on-one attention to detail.
• Inspects common areas and reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Inspects exterior of the property and grounds; reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Mows lawns weekly during the proper season. Cleans landscaping tools and equipment after each use.
• Trims bushes to maintain neat appearance and desired shape.
• Weeds flowerbeds weekly or more often if needed.
• Shovels exterior walkways during wintery weather; salts or sands icy walkways as needed.
• Contributes to the team; facilitates good customer interactions; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others with whom there is contact.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid Non-CDL Class C driver's license required.

Enhance your quality of life through our comprehensive benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance/AD
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace & Employee shopping program
• Identify Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• And More…

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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