Groundskeeper Skilled BG01 (1st Shift) - Berry St Plant

Tyson Foods; Springdale, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods Berry Street Plant in Springdale, AR is seeking a Groundskeeper Skilled BG01 (1st Shift) to maintain the plant grounds, operate a certified forklift, and perform weed eating and trimming to keep the property tidy. The role involves lifting up to 70 pounds, outdoor work, and occasional duties as directed by supervision.

Requirements include 1 year of groundskeeping experience, a valid driver's license, and a clean MVR.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in groundskeeping, lawn maintenance, or landscaping.
• Must pass MVR, be 18+, have a valid driver's license, and no DUI/DWI convictions within 12 months.
• Lift up to 70 pounds and handle chemical loading/unloading with SPCC training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the premises of the plant and surrounding grounds.
• Operate forklift with certification; weed eat and trim as needed.
• Empty trash bins and pick up loose trash; follow supervisor directions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Groundskeeping

Tools

Forklift certification

Chemical handling training

Job description

Groundskeeper Skilled BG01 (1st Shift) - Berry St Plant page is loaded## Groundskeeper Skilled BG01 (1st Shift) - Berry St Plantlocations: Berry Street Plant - Springdale, Arkansastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 21, 2026 (4 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0485671**Job Details:****Responsibility:** This position is responsible for the overall physical appearance of the premises*.***Requirements:**· This person will maintain the premises of the plant· This person must operate forklift, requiring certification· This person will weed eat, trim, and pull weeds as needed to keep up appearance of property.· This person is responsible for emptying trash bins outside and picking up loose trash.· This person at times would be required to lift from 5 to 70 pounds.· This position requires chemical loading /unloading training· This person will have some spill control training and responsibilities· This person will also perform duties as required at the direction of supervisor, to include but not limitedto offal dutiesDriver Requirements:Must pass MVR checkMust be 18 years of age or olderMust have a valid driver's licenseMust not have any DUI/DWI convictions within the last 12 months**Other Duties:** Must work according to the supervisor's instructions at wastewater.**Equipment:** Safety vest, gloves, PPE as required to unload chemicals, rain suit, trash containers/liners, water hoses, etc.**Special Skills:** Forklift operator, chemical handling training, SPCC training**Communication Skills:** None Specific.**Environment:** Work primarily outside the facility subject to elements of weather, some assignments inside facility as directed. Stand/walking majority of shifts to keep grounds clean and orderly as directed. Work with chemicals. Days per week and hours per day will vary.**Weekend Work Frequent****Environment:** Work primarily outside the facility subject to elements of weather, some assignments inside facility as directed. Stand/walking majority of shift to keep grounds clean and orderly as directed. Work with chemicals. Days per week and hours per day will vary.# Pay: $17.15 hour**Requirements:*** ## 1 year experience in groundskeeping, lawn maintenance, or landscaping field preferred, small engine repair knowledge is helpful.## ***(please add resume and/or list experience in the application).**** ## **There is 180 days (6 months) waiting period for former Tyson Foods team members.*** ## **Max of two previous Tyson employments to be considered for hire.*** ## **This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility or complex only.****Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (United States of America)**Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. 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