Grounds Maintenance Laborer
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Job Location:
Poolesville, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 19 - 19
Posted on:
29 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Grounds Maintenance Laborer
Location: National Institution of Health (Dickerson MD location) Poolesville MD
Type: Full Time Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Variable Shifts
Compensation: $19.87-$19.87/hr.
Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.
Full-Time benefits of a Grounds Maintenance Laborer at Tessera include:
Medical Dental Vision 401(k) retirement plan Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Health and Welfare Benefit ($6.50 per hour worked)
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development certifications and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees
Tessera is a national non-profit government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture our Core Values Diversity Partnership Commitment Integrity and Quality and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Tessera is seeking a hardworking and experienced Grounds Maintenance Laborer with a professional attitude.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Mowing pressure washing trimming raking grass picking up brush and loading large wheel barrels.
- Responsible for planting grass flowers tress and shrubs.
- Responsible for spreading bark mulch manure.
- Active sprinkler system and utilize hoses to water all grass trees shrubs flowerbeds and improve areas.
- Pick up all trash debris litter including trash dumpsters loading docks and patios.
- Operate weed eaters chainsaws and brush cutters.
- Operate mower weed trimmer basic mechanical grounds equipment and other equipment as necessary.
- Assists in repair of roads walks buildings and mechanical equipment.
- Shovel blow snow plow snow and remove snow and ice to maintain clear and safe sidewalks roadways parking areas emergency exits and fire hydrants. Additionally spread salts on roadways and walkways to ensure safety.
- Clean and maintain ground equipment daily.
Qualifications:
- Up to three (3) years of experience in grounds maintenance preferred.
- Working knowledge of common hand and power tools.
Physical Demands:
- Position duties require working outside in the weather. Conditions may include rain cold and/or heat.
- Work site location can include steep inclines such as slopes hills and uneven ground surfaces.
- Position may require working in high places such as scaffolding ladders man baskets and/or cherry pickers.
Requirements:
- Valid Drivers license preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain approval to operate a vehicle by Tesseras insurance carrier.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant drivers license or an acceptable alternative such as a U.S. passport or military ID in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
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Tessera is a national non-profit government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture our Core Values Diversity Partnership Commitment Integrity and Quality and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.
If you require an accommodation or support please contact us at
ext. 349 or email.
Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Groundskeeping
- Lawn Care
- Management Experience
- Facilities Management
- Landscape Maintenance
- Horticulture
- Irrigation
- Maintenance
- Operations Management
- Gardening
- Supervising Experience
About Company
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