• Job Description

  Req#: 762116
  Overview
  HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions.
  
  
  Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, we pride ourselves on building best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services.
  
  
  With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, our leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give your facilities our full attention.
  
  
  Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.
  
  
  
  
  
  Want to become part of a winning team with opportunities for growth, career advancement and development? HES Facilities is proud to provide an environment where we support you and your drive for success. We have a passionate commitment to learning and investing in our associates looking to accelerate their careers. We offer a wide range of employment opportunities for professionals and entry level candidates who share our core values.
  
  
  
  
  
  HES has an opening for a groundskeeper.
  
  
  Job Skills / Requirements
  Groundskeepers are responsible for efficiently producing quality landscape service that meets or exceeds the standards of clients and management. Groundskeepers typically perform a variety of tasks which may include any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, and sprinkler installation and repair.
  
  Essential Functions
  This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
  
  Prepare Trucks for The Day
  Load gas cans, mowers and other equipment onto Company trucks/trailers
  Secure all equipment
  
  Perform Groundskeeping On Properties
  Mow turf using various mowers
  Line trimming and edging
  Sweeping and blowing leaves and clippings
  Prune shrubs and trees as needed and clear debris
  Pull weeds as needed
  Clean site and watch for trash, limbs, and rocks
  Operate powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain-saws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws
  Shovel snow from walks, driveways and parking lots and spread salt in those areas
  Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, removing thatch, trimming, edging around flower beds, walks, and walls
  Prune and trim trees, shrubs and hedges using hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge/brush trimmers, axes, shears, pruners or chain saws.
  Seeding, including the preparation and application of erosion control blanket, application of fertilizer, herbicide, pesticide, fungicide; aquatic applications, raking, watering of trees, shrubs, plants, flowers, bulbs, seeds and sod; grooming; dividing plants
  Mixing and spraying or spreading fertilizers, herbicides or insecticides using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders
  Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features
  
  Plantings and Flower Installation
  Prep soil uniformly for flower or groundcover installation, cultivating beds; mulch application; bed preparation using soil amendments; core aeration
  Pruning, planting, removal or replacement of shrubs, plants, and flowers; pruning of trees and replacement of trees that are planted as a replacement due to the removal of diseased or damaged trees, or trees that constitute a hazard; non-substantive replacement of sod
  Plant material properly considering depth, size, placement, and spacing
  Apply mulch appropriately for type of material
  Water material correctly
  Edge beds or establish new bed edges
  
  Perform maintenance on equipment and golf carts
  Wash equipment and truck
  
  
  Maintain and repair tools, equipment, and structures such as, but not limited to, fences, benches, and minor out building maintenance using hand and power tools
  Change equipment blades and oil
  Clean air filters and grease machines
  
  Other Duties
  Snow removal: must be available nights, weekends and holidays
  Holiday light and seasonal decoration installation and removal (excluding the electrical connections, if any)
  Other duties as assigned
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.
  
  Education: High school degree preferred.
  Certifications: N/A
  Experience: Some experience in lawn care helpful. Must be able to operate various lawn care machinery including mowers, edgers, backpack blowers
  Skills:
  Good communication skills
  Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential
  Must be a problem solver with the ability to find resolutions
  Self-starting individual who follows directions, adheres to a work schedule, and can focus on details
  Must be self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision
  Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients and vendors
  
  Physical and Working Conditions
  Perform heavy lifting/pushing/pulling of various landscaping equipment and materials, including, but not limited to backpack blowers, large containers of mulch/plant material, various sizes of lawnmowers, etc.
  Leverage 80 lbs. of a walk behind mower over curbs
  Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  Lift branches and limbs
  Push, pull, grip and squeeze various tools, products and/or items (e.g., pruning)
  Walk up to 10 miles a day, sometimes uphill and on uneven terrain, often with equipment
  Bend and kneel up to 9 hours or more a day
  Spray various pesticides/herbicides
  Use hand saw
  Work hours vary up to 10 hours per day
  Work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, precipitation)
  Noise level may be loud at times and use of ear plugs may be required (e.g., outdoor conditions, backpack blowers, running mowers, weedwackers)
  
  
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  HES is an equal opportunity employer. HES does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
  
  
  Education Requirements (Any) High School Diploma or Equivalent Additional Information / Benefits
  Optional daily
  
  
  “Work today, get paid today! We’ve partnered with DailyPay, a
  
  
  voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on
  
  
  their own schedule.”
  
  
  
  
  
  Benefits
  
  
  Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays
  
  
  Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays Screening Requirements: Motor Vehicle, Criminal Background Check

• About the company

  HES Facilities Management provides educational institutions with custodial services, groundskeeping, and plant operations.

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