Groundskeeper

Job Title

Position Overview

Position Overview: Shaw Industries Grounds Department provides landscaping and maintenance services to various plants located in Whitfield and Murray Counties. This position will be based out of Plant 66 in Dalton GA reporting to the Landscaping and Grounds Manager and maintain various Plants in Whitfield and Murray day the Groundskeeper will receive a list of locations to be maintained and other responsibilities will be assigned by the Landscaping and Grounds Manager.

Mowing

• Make sure the oil level in the mower is proper each day.

• Check wheel setting periodically through the day to ensure that the mower ismoving level.

• Sharpen the blade regularly so that grass is cut clean.

• Mow in the proper direction so that grass is not blown on sidewalks or cars.

• Be alert so that damageis not done to trees and shrubs.

• Be alert for obstacles in the mowing area.

Weed-Eating

• Service machine daily.

• Know proper length to run string so as not to damage the machine.

• Knowproper direction to work so as not to throw on sidewalks or cars.

• Be alert so as not to damage the tree or shrubs.

• Must be able to operate larger mowers.

• Must be ableto perform minor maintenance on equipment.

• Should be familiarwith all plant locations and areas to maintain at each so that work cancontinue in absence of the lead person.

• Should have basic knowledge of landscape planting (proper depth and spacing).

• Must be available during inclement weather for salt brine application on drivewayssalting sidewalks and assist with snow removal.

• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.

• Work with other groundskeepers and complete tasks both as a team and individually as requested.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk all day every day.

• Must be able to bend stoop squat lift and carry and reach frequently.

• Must be able to withstand exposure to changes in both temperature and humidity.

Safety Requirements

• Must be aware of hazards of the equipment they operate and use proper precautionto prevent injury.

• Must use proper precautions when filling equipment with gasoline.

• Must wear required safety equipment (safety glasses earplugs long pants steel-toed shoes high visibility vest).

• Must adhere to all Shaw Industries Corporate Safety Guidelines

Work Shift