Groundskeeper: Maintain & Improve Outdoor Spaces

Aramark Corporation; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain and improve site grounds, performing mowing, trimming, leaf removal and snow removal as seasons demand. You will follow sustainability guidelines and apply planned designs.

You will operate equipment such as mowers, saws, hedge trimmers, and perform minor repairs; ensure sidewalks and parking areas are clean; adhere to safety policies; physical demands include lifting and extended walking.

Qualifications

• Previous groundskeeping/horticulture experience preferred.
• Non-commercial driver's license required.
• Knowledge of groundskeeping principles and power landscape equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures and elements.

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

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Driver's license (non-commercial)

Groundskeeping knowledge

Safety procedures

Extreme weather exposure

Tools

Power landscape equipment

Job description

Aramark is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain and improve site grounds, performing mowing, trimming, leaf removal and snow removal as seasons demand. You will follow sustainability guidelines and apply planned designs.

You will operate equipment such as mowers, saws, hedge trimmers, and perform minor repairs; ensure sidewalks and parking areas are clean; adhere to safety policies; physical demands include lifting and extended walking.