On-Site Facilities & Grounds Technician

POET; Jewell Junction (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-first culture

On-site fitness centers or fitness Re#

Job summary

POET in Jewell, IA is seeking a Temporary Facilities Laborer to perform landscaping, cleaning, and maintenance at the on-site campus. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with training on facilities equipment and fleet vehicle operation.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with technicians. We offer a family-first culture and on-site fitness resources.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Safety awareness and willingness to take direction.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently on various projects.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office; ability to learn new programs.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Demonstrates integrity and teamwork in a safety-sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• General landscaping and lawn care: watering, mowing and weed maintenance, trimming and replacing shrubs, fertilizing.
• Internal and external building cleaning and maintenance; glass cleaning, painting rails/equipment, light bulb replacement, area cleanup.
• Access to and use of facilities equipment to complete work across the campus.
• Support of general facility projects and repairs; parts pickup, equipment repair, cleaning components, shadowing technicians.
• Operate POET fleet vehicles for maintenance and cleanup.
• Foster culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
• Maintain a team environment and champion POET in the community; support food safety and quality culture.

Skills

Safety awareness

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Integrity

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POET in Jewell, IA is seeking a Temporary Facilities Laborer to perform landscaping, cleaning, and maintenance at the on-site campus. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with training on facilities equipment and fleet vehicle operation.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with technicians. We offer a family-first culture and on-site fitness resources.