Groundskeeper - Lakewood School District Facilities

Aramark; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Groundskeeper for Lakewood School District Facilities in Lakewood, NJ. The role involves maintaining and improving school grounds, including mowing, trimming, leaf removal, and seasonal snow removal, with tasks varying by season.

The position requires prior groundskeeping experience and a valid non-commercial driver’s license. You will operate various landscape tools and equipment, adhere to safety guidelines, and contribute to clean, safe outdoor spaces for students and

Qualifications

• Previous groundskeeping or horticulture experience.
• Non commercial driver’s license is required.
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping principles and power landscape equipment.
• Must follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and improves facility grounds based on sustainability guidelines.
• Implements designs to address landscaping needs.
• Performs planting, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, raking, salting, snow removal as needed.
• Operates equipment such as power mowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, sprayers.
• May operate trucks, tractors, and attachments for grounds maintenance.
• Keeps sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots clean and well-maintained.
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on lawn equipment.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Driver's license

Safety procedures

Job description

Groundskeeper - Lakewood School District Facilities

Requisition #: 688834

Location: Lakewood, NJ, US

Career Area: Facilities

Job Description

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining and improving site grounds. Assigned work such as mowing, trimming, leaf removal and duties related to inclement weather, such as snow removal, which may fluctuate by season.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $22.15 to $22.15. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains and improves facility grounds based on established sustainability guidelines
• Applies planned designs to resolve landscaping needs
• Performs tasks such as planting, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, raking, salting, shoveling snow, removing ice, etc
• Operates various types of equipment including power mowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, sprayers, etc
• May be required to operate trucks, tractors and attachments used to maintain grounds as needed
• Responsible for cleaning and upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, etc
• Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on lawn equipment and tools
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedure and reports any malfunctions/defects to supervisor immediately

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in groundskeeping/horticulture preferred
• Non commercial driver’s license required
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping principals and power landscape equipment
• Must be able to adhere to safety procedures
• Work involves exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE).

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work -our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .