MPI Exeter Groundskeeper

The Groundskeeper-General Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance care and modification of the Company grounds and landscapes which includes the operation of electrically-powered and gasoline-powered groundskeeping equipment tractor and machines and the use of small hand and power tools or equipment in planting cultivating and trimming grounds and landscaping.  The Groundskeeper also performs maintenance on groundskeeping equipment and tools and makes minor repairs (within demonstrated capability) as directed.  The Groundskeeper/General Maintenance Worker changes light bulbs paints and equipment makes minor carpentry plumbing and electrical repairs transports materials and equipment as needed provides custodial services etc.

Qualifications :

Essential Functions List of significant/essential duties tasks and/or responsibilities required of this position.

• Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes by seeding watering mulching lawns and turf as well cuttings used in transplanting; inspecting plant materials for insects disease physical and mechanical damage and identifying replacements; transplanting pruning trimming and cultivating trees shrubs ground cover and flowers; and storing and caring for bulbs and cuttings in the winter season.
• Performs facility-wide general maintenance and repairs.
• Forklift experience with a forklift license or able to obtain one.
• Removes unsightly trash and debris by regularly inspecting grounds drains etc. raking sweeping and bagging leaves debris dirt and trash from streets sidewalks and transporting trash to designated central collection points daily.
• Operating tractors or mowers with blades operates light vehicles such as pick-up trucks and portable power tools.
• Ensures that grounds maintenance equipment and building maintenance equipment are operational by performing routing and preventative maintenance and cleaning of tools equipment and machines within reasonable capabilities.
• Follow all safety and working rules.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
• Excellent regular full-time attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Use initiative and judgment in making decisions keeping with McWanes Companys Code of Conduct and Ethics policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Additional Information :

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Professional conduct at all times when acting on behalf of McWane Plant & Industrial Exeter.
• Strict adherence to McWanes Code of Conduct and Ethics policy.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement strategic process improvements.
• Must possess an excellent multi-faceted functional knowledge of methods materials and equipment used in planting cultivating and trimming a variety of types of trees shrubs ground cover flowers and grasses has been gained.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize while resolving unplanned issues and continuing to execute a plan for overall departmental improvement.
• Strong ability to think critically and make effective decisions in high-pressure environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including tact and discretion.
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups.
• Attention to detail
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must be able to develop and maintain positive professional relationships at all levels of the organization                 

This is a regular full-time position with day shift hours Monday through Friday and as needed.  $19.64 - $20.74

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for the position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. McWane Plant & Industrial. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. It is the Companys policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race color sex national origin religion age disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity citizenship status or any other legally protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation disability veteran or service member status marital status citizenship status (In IL - sex including same sex ancestry order of protection status physical or mental disability military status pregnancy unfavorable discharge status genetic information) (In IA - gender identity) (In CA- gender identity or expression and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal state or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation disability veteran or service member status marital status citizenship status (In IL - sex including same sex ancestry order of protection status physical or mental disability military status pregnancy unfavorable discharge status genetic information) (In IA - gender identity) (In CA- gender identity or expression and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal state or local law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time