Groundskeeper

UP Health System Marquette

Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the regions only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!


Where We Are:
In Marquette our fascinating history rural landscape abundant recreational opportunities and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.


Why Choose Us:
Health (Medical Dental Vision) and 401K Benefits for fulltime employees
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for fulltime employees
Employee Assistance Program mental physical and financial wellness assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare
And much more


Position Summary:

Maintains the grounds and landscaping of the hospital complex.

Reports to: Supervisor

FLSA: Nonexempt

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inspects grounds to ensure safe conditions in all seasons. Cleans grounds by raking sweeping shoveling and salting.

Prepares and grades terrain. Digs trenches and installs drain tile.

Maintains grounds as necessary through pruning trimming seeding watering planting fertilizing weeding and moving.

Assists with the delivery and pick up of items for hospital related functions (on and off hospital premises). Picks up trash containers and transports to terminal areas.

Operates and maintains equipment and supplies used in performance of duties including pickup truck with plow loader sprinkler system snow blower lawn mower eater power saw and other equipment.

Makes minor repairs to concrete walks curbing and driveways.

Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Associates degree (Preferred)
*Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education.

Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Skills
Licenses:
Valid State of Michigan driver license

Minimum Work Experience
1 year related experience