Groundskeeper
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Job Location:
Mount Vernon, OH - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 15 - 18
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Groundskeeper
Full-Time Non-Exempt
Introduction:
George Washingtons Mount Vernon Estate is seeking a full-time role is responsible for assuring the overall pristine appearance of the estate by applying sound ground maintenance and proper maintenance of turf historic and non-historic landscapes trees roads walks forest paths and property position is classified as essential and must participate in all emergencies ice and snow removal and special events. Valid drivers license required. The position will require some weekend and holiday work.
Introduction:
George Washingtons Mount Vernon Estate is seeking a full-time role is responsible for assuring the overall pristine appearance of the estate by applying sound ground maintenance and proper maintenance of turf historic and non-historic landscapes trees roads walks forest paths and property position is classified as essential and must participate in all emergencies ice and snow removal and special events. Valid drivers license required. The position will require some weekend and holiday work.
Compensation:
Expected salary for this role is $15.00 - $18.00/hour dependent on skills and experience
Expected Hours:
40 hours/week
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Performs the practices that accomplish the estates turf management program by mowing trimming weeding and applying weed control and fertilization.
- Keep the landscaped areas groomed by raking edging mulching applying weed control and pruning
- Maintain roads and fire lanes that are clean clear of debris and free of potholes and ruts; accomplished by hand tools and power equipment
- Performs tree and debris removal including hauling logs cutting them to size for removal or splitting for firewood and using hand tools chainsaws and chippers.
- Trash and recycling collection throughout the estate
- Assists with the maintenance of storm drainage systems by keeping storm drains and traps clean and clear and by digging and replacing broken drainage pipes when necessary.
- Fall leaf removal by using a variety of hand tools tarps blowers and vacuums
- Water trees shrubs and turf during establishment periods or during droughts
- Assists with construction projects by digging mixing concrete hauling materials setting up fences and operating a variety of equipment
- Supports other departments by assisting with office moves moving boxes rearranging furniture and moving IT equipment
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Position requires a minimum of two years of relevant experience
- Valid drivers license
- Experience in operating a variety of farm and turf equipment including tractors trimmers mowers and blowers
- Ability to work independently and with a minimum of supervision
Work Environment:
This role is performed entirely outdoors and is subject to a variety of weather conditions including heat cold rain and humidity. Exposure to pollen dust and various plant materials is common. The environment may be noisy due to equipment use.
Physical Requirements:
The employee must be able to stand walk bend crouch push pull and lift up to 50 pounds regularly. The employee must be able to regularly walk up and down hills and across pasture-like terrain in all weather conditions. The employee must be able to drag carry load and unload various items. Use of hands and arms to operate landscaping tools and machinery is required. The role involves repetitive tasks and physical exertion throughout the day.
Benefits:
- 403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
- Employee recognition at 5 years of service
- Monthly employee events
- Employee referral program
- On-site Library
- Discount on Public Event Tickets
- Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
- Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and Food Court Pavilion
- Free parking
- Health Vision and Dental insurance
- Short Term Disability Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid leave for sick time vacation and Holidays
- Flexible spending account for medical care
Mount Vernon is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills experiences and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements performance and qualifications without regard to race religion or belief national or ethnic origin gender/sex (including pregnancy) age physical mental or sensory disability sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression marital or domestic partnership status veteran and military status family or parental status or any other status protected under federal state or local law. Mount Vernon will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
About Company
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the historic home of George and Martha Washington, located 13 miles south of Washington, DC. Guests can see the historic mansion, stately rooms, and outbuildings preserved to the year 1799, the last year of George Washington’s life. Owned and operat ... View more
