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Groundskeeper

Springfield Memorial Hospital
Springfield, IL
Tracking Code 2024-24300

Position Summary

Full-Time
Day Shift
$16.50 - $24.82

Under general supervision, our Groundskeeper is responsible for providing essential lawn care, snow removal, and grounds maintenance for Memorial Health. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the external environment is well-maintained and welcoming.

Highlights & Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Memorial Childcare
  • Mental Health Services
  • Growth Opportunities
  • Continuing Education
  • Local and National Discounts
  • Pet Insurance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k)
  • Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
  • Adoption Assistance

Required Skills

  • Care for grounds, including mowing, snow removal, raking leaves, watering, fertilizing, edging, planting grass and flowers, trimming, de-thatching lawns, painting as needed, and parking lot striping.

  • Maintain the external appearance of Memorial Health by cleaning driveways, parking areas, entrances, and disposing of trash.

  • Remove snow using approved methods such as snow plows, shovels, squeegees, and snow blowers.

  • Transport materials and equipment to work sites using hand, dolly, or truck.

  • Interact courteously and cooperatively with hospital colleagues, patients, and visitors.

  • Perform pre-start-up inspections of power equipment and handle minor repairs on grounds equipment and tools.

  • Maintain appropriate dress and appearance, projecting a positive image of Memorial Health System.

  • Consistently follow all safety procedures and policies while completing work assignments.

  • Perform other related duties as required or requested.

Required Experience

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

  • Valid Illinois driver’s license required; must meet acceptable driver standards according to the Memorial Health Fleet Safety Policy. A five-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be required.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in grounds and lawn maintenance preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Knowledge of basic operation of lawn and snow removal equipment.
Springfield, IL

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