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McWane, Inc.

McWane Ductile-New Jersey Facilites Ground Person

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What they do

A Landscaping or Groundskeeping Worker provides landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Provides care for plants and trees including mowing, trimming and planting, and repairs driveways, walks, benches or other structures.

$43,402 / year median in New Jersey

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Company DescriptionMcWane Ductile New Jersey is an industry leader in manufacturing water distribution and infrastructure products. As our country expanded, so did the need to supply growing cities with clean water and safely remove wastewater. Our location history starts in 1865 when Warren Foundry and Machine Company casted stoves, steam engines, mill gearing and other foundry related items. Currently we specialize in the casting of iron ductile pipes that range from 3" to 24" in diameter.
Work Environment:
A Facilities Grounds Person should anticipate and will be expected to work both indoors as well as outdoors experiencing high noise and heat of our industrial site and the full gamut of seasonal weather throughout the calendar year. The Grounds person can and should expect and be prepared to work in very hot or cold temperatures with no aversion or impediment either. 
Job Summary:
As a Facilities Grounds Person here at the McWane Ductile New Jersey Plant, your task and goal are to promote and maintain a safe, clean, and pleasing environment throughout the plant and shared neighboring community areasGreat Things about McWane Ductile-New JerseyCompetitive BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life insuranceFamily Medical cost is as low as $157.68 per monthVacation/PSL & Paid Holidays401(k) with Company Match Job DescriptionPay Rate Between $25.30 and $28.30Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, Sweeping and removing debris / garbageMonitoring and maintaining plant healthTrimming hedges, shrubs, and small treesInspecting grounds for safety hazards and performing necessary repairsOperating and maintaining groundskeeping equipment.

Operating and maintaining powered sweeping equipment and vehiclesWhen directed or assigned, they assist production department managers and superintendents in executing their areas housekeeping effortsMaintain exterior sidewalks and internal plant safety walks to foster and ensure safe passageSetting up, preparing, and clearing sites and plant facilities for events and functionsPerform snow removal and de-icing activitiesOperate and maintain various snow removal equipment and vehiclesMUST possess general knowledge of and have hands-on experience with lite maintenance capabilities such as mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical skills trades
  • Handy Man MUST be able to operate a high-lift, scissor lift and materials handling equipment, i.
e., forklift.

Perform all other general tasks as assigned or directed by facilities management / supervisionObserve health, safety, and compliance regulations during work operationsBe able to safely lift 50 lbs.

Physical fitness and ability to perform strenuous tasks in various weather conditionsPhysical strength and stamina to handle heavy equipmentReports to the Plant Services General Maintenance Supervisor or Facilities Maintenance Manager. 
Competencies:
Adaptability
  • Able to adjust to the needs of the organization by learning new jobs, changing shifts with short notice and a willingness to learn new things. Interpersonal
  • Able to communicate and relate to others in a supportive, cooperative and results orientated manner.
Quality
  • Able to be attentive to all aspects of the environment and to monitor continued excellence in production and the environment.
Safety
  • Able to adhere to all guidelines and policies to ensure the health and safety of other workers.
Teamwork
  • Able to work with people in any job to build morale and commitment to goals and objectives.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. It requires walking, bending, and/or squatting. Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Occasionally requires carrying objects that are up to 50lbs by hand. Occasionally requires carrying objects that are up to 50lbs or more using equipment. This role requires individuals to work in a manufacturing environment, often involving heavy machinery, high noise levels, and exposure to airborne particles, with PPE provided for safety. Candidates must be physically capable of performing manual labor for extended periods.
Physical Demands:
Sitting:
Less than 10%
Standing/Walking:
More than 80%
Talking/Listening:
More than 80%
Vision Requirements:
More than 80%
Pushing/Pulling:
More than 50%
Bending, Stooping, Crouching:
More than 30%Lifting more than 25 lbs.: More than 25% This role requires individuals to work in a manufacturing environment, often involving heavy machinery, high noise levels, and exposure to airborne particles, with PPE provided for safety. Candidates must be physically capable of performing manual labor for extended periods. Additional InformationPlease 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.
McWane Ductile is a Drug and Alcohol-Free work environment. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening and physical.

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.