Groundskeeper/ Landscaper (3082)

HES; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Optional daily pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

HES in Fort Smith, AR is hiring a Groundskeeper to maintain university landscapes on a full-time basis. You will perform mowing, trimming, planting, and routine upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, and planting beds on a college campus, using a range of power equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with seasonal duties including snow removal and equipment maintenance. High school diploma preferred and prior lawn care experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license and pass a background check.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Experience in lawn care or grounds maintenance is helpful.
• Ability to operate lawn care machinery such as mowers and edgers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trucks and equipment for the day.
• Mow turf and trim edges to maintain client standards.
• Support snow removal and de-icing during winter.
• Perform equipment maintenance and basic repairs.
• Maintain cleanliness of site and surroundings.

Skills

Good communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Self-starting

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Fort Smith, AR, United States of America

HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, HES builds best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, the HES leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands‑on executives and facilities experts who give school facilities their full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.

Founded in 1972, HES has a proven track record of working successfully and exclusively in the educational environment, maintaining a singular focus on facilities management, undistracted by competing priorities. HES has earned the trust of over 150 education partners across 29 states. We employ 13,000 dedicated team members and maintain more than 200 million square feet daily.

Job Skills / Requirements

Groundskeepers are responsible for efficiently producing quality landscape service that meets or exceeds the standards of clients and management. Groundskeepers typically perform a variety of tasks which may include any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, and sprinkler installation and repair.

Hours for This Positionfull-time Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm, with occasional weekends.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Prepare Trucks for The Day
• Load gas cans, mowers and other equipment onto Company trucks/trailers, and secure all equipment
• Mow turf using various mowers
• Line trimming and edging
• Sweeping and blowing leaves and clippings
• Pull weeds as needed
• Clean site and watch for trash, limbs, and rocks
• Operate powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin‑axle vehicles, snow blowers, chainsaws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws
• Shovel snow from walks, driveways and parking lots and spread salt in those areas
• Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, removing thatch, trimming, edging around flower beds, walks, and walls
• Seeding, including the preparation and application of erosion control blanket, application of fertilizer, herbicide, pesticide, fungicide; aquatic applications, raking, watering of trees, shrubs, plants, flowers, bulbs, seeds and sod; grooming; dividing plants
• Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features
• Plantings and Flower Installation: Prep soil uniformly for flower or groundcover installation, cultivating beds; mulch application; bed preparation using soil amendments; core aeration
• Pruning, planting, removal or replacement of shrubs, plants, and flowers; pruning of trees and replacement of trees that are planted as a replacement due to the removal of diseased or damaged trees, or trees that constitute a hazard; non‑substantive replacement of sod
• Perform Maintenance on Equipment
• Wash equipment and truck
• Maintain and repair tools, equipment, and structures such as, but not limited to, fences, benches, and minor outbuilding maintenance using hand and power tools.

OTHER DUTIES

Snow removal

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

• * Must have valid active Driver's License, MVR required
• * Must pass pre‑employment criminal background check

EDUCATION

High school degree preferred.

Certifications, not required

EXPERIENCE

Some experience in lawncare helpful. Must be able to operate various lawn care machinery including mowers, edgers, backpack blowers

SKILLS

• Good communication skills
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential
• Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions
• Self‑starting individual who follows directions, adheres to a work schedule, and can focus on details
• Must be self‑motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision
• Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co‑workers, clients and vendors

PHYSICAL AND WORKING CONDITIO NS

Perform heavy lifting/pushing/pulling of various landscaping equipment and materials, including, but not limited to backpack blowers, large container.

Outside work year‑round on college campus

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Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Additional Information / Benefits

• Optional daily pay
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays