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Groundskeeping Lead- Adventures on the Gorge- Year Round

Aramark Corporation, Charleston, WV, United States


Job Description
The Groundskeeping Lead is responsible for maintaining and improving site grounds. Assigned work such as mowing, trimming, leaf removal and duties related to inclement weather, such as snow removal, which may fluctuate by season. The Groundskeeping Lead may be responsible for oversight or delegation of responsibilities within the groundskeeping operation.

Job Responsibilities

Maintains and improves facility grounds based on established sustainability guidelines

Applies planned designs to resolve landscaping needs

Performs tasks such as planting, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, raking, salting, shoveling snow, removing ice, etc

Operates various types of equipment including power mowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, sprayers, etc

May be required to operate trucks, tractors and attachments used to maintain grounds as needed

Responsible for cleaning and upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, etc

Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on lawn equipment and tools

Ensures compliance with code requirements, adheres to all safety policies and procedures, supports groundskeeping best practices and reports any malfunctions/defects to supervisor immediately

Trains, guides and fields questions from newer staff on job duties, safety procedures, etc

Performs grounds audits and uses information to make positive changes, become more efficient and improve quality of service

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done makes a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

1+ year of previous experience in groundskeeping/horticulture required

Non-commercial driver’s license required

Working knowledge of groundskeeping principles and power landscape equipment

Must be able to adhere to safety procedures

Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

Work involves exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures

Must be able to work independently with limited supervision

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE).

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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