Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Grounds Maintenance Laborer Job
ID 2026-20043 QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED One year of work experience in grounds maintenance, or knowledge of grounds maintenance standards, techniques and materials Valid Driver's License Experienced in the use of PPE Work with appropriate manual and power tools, mechanical and electrical equipment, to the task assigned Manage and track material resources and time, and adapt to changing work priorities Flexibility due to change of schedule, work duration and tasks Communication skills
POSITION SUMMARY
Under close supervision, Grounds Maintenance Laborer/Gardener maintains landscaped areas, roads, and parking lots of assigned facilities.
DUTIES:
Mows lawns with walking-types or riding mowers. Aerates and removes thatch. Uses a weed eater, and pulls weeds and maintains flower beds. Uses a blower and manually picks up trash, leaves, limbs, and provides a clean and neat appearance of the grounds. Trims hedges and shrubs, edges around walks, flower beds, buildings and walls using hedge trimmers, clippers, and edging tools to maintain overall appearance of landscape vegetation and grounds. Prunes shrubs and trees using shears and saws. Monitors equipment used and reports any malfunction or other issues. Travel between facilities and work locations may be required. May monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure that vegetation is properly irrigated. May apply fertilizer, weed killer, and necessary pesticides. May be required to drive company pick-up or small dump truck. May complete basic paperwork and calculate materials and time. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned. May include repair of roads, walks, buildings, and mechanical equipment. May clean comfort stations, offices workshop areas, and parking lots by sweeping, washing, mopping and polishing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance:
- Standing and walking
- Maneuvering around equipment
- Bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and shoveling
- Regular lifting of equipment up to 50 pounds
- Pushing or pulling equipment weighing up to 75 pounds regularly
- Carrying a 20-pound backpack blower regularly Compensation Pay Rate $23.
59 per hour PRIDE will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws. PRIDE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.