Laborer Grounds Maint - Ft. Hood TX

PCSI; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Welfare benefits

401K

Job summary

PCSI is hiring a Laborer Grounds Maintenance position on Ft. Hood to perform a variety of grounds maintenance tasks in support of the contract. This AbilityOne employer emphasizes opportunities for individuals with disabilities and may require documentation.

Typical hours are Monday–Friday 7:30am–4:30pm. Duties include planning and completing modifications, routine grounds tasks, equipment maintenance, and site cleaning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or preferred.
• Approximately 1 year of prior grounds keeping or landscaping experience is preferred.
• Ability to climb, bend, lift 10–60 pounds and walk for long periods.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain security clearance if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform various grounds maintenance tasks to support the contract.
• Assist in planning, layout and completion of modifications and repairs.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment, hand tools and power tools.
• Follow safety policies and procedures and work as part of a team.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn equipment

Hand tools and power tools

Job description

PCSI is looking for Laborer grounds Maintenance on Ft. Hood. This position performs a variety of ground maintenance functions in a variety of skilled and semi-skilled craft trads to support assigned contract.

PCSI is an AbilityOne employer—as such, individuals and veterans with disabilities may be prioritized based on role. Documentation may be required.

Typical work hours will be Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm

Benefits Include:

• Base pay $17.75hr
• Health/Welfare benefits
• 401K

Who We Are:

PCSI is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through employment, advocacy, and partnerships. We vet, prepare, lead, and sustain a skilled workforce that provides top-tier services at job sites across the country. Our areas of expertise are wide and diverse; total facilities maintenance, hospital environmental services, custodial and grounds, disability awareness training, job coaching, and job placement are just a few. We integrate people with disabilities and veterans into meaningful jobs with competitive wages and benefits. Serving people of all abilities in their life’s journey is at the heart of what we do.

What you'll do as a Laborer Grounds Maintenance:

• Perform a variety of grounds maintenance functions in a variety of skilled and semi-skilled craft trades to support assigned contract.
• Assist in the planning, layout and completion of modifications and repairs.
• Assist in the accomplishment of minor grounds maintenance tasks which must be performed to proficiency.
• Perform preventive maintenance and cleaning of grounds equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What you'll Need:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of prior experience in grounds keeping or landscaping preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to climb, bend, squat, lift and carry objects ranging from 10-60 pounds; Occasionally push objects up to 100 pounds; prolong walking up to 90%.
• Knowledge of methods used in grounds keeping, including use of all types of lawn equipment.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and heavy machinery.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and speed in work performed.
• Ability to read, understand, and complete incoming work orders.
• Ability to understand and follow policies, procedures and regulations as needed.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in written format.
• Ability to work as a team member and develop effective working relationships with other staff and clients.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass criminal, drug, and driving screening.
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather as needed and be exposed to various dirt, debris, and odors.
• Ability to work any time or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Possess valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record.
• If required, ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and base access to assigned site(s).

PCSI does not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. This includes visa types such as H-1B, TN, and STEM OPT. Please do not apply if you currently require or may require sponsorship now or in the future.

All veterans and/or persons with all types of disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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