Temporary Groundskeeper

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Temporary Groundskeeper Job Description Summary ===========================

Job Description

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Function / Responsibilities

* Responsible for maintenance of grounds for all lawns, fields, walks, pathways, roads and parking lots at the client location. * Essential functions: * Mow lawns, using hand mower or power mower. * Trim and edge around walks, flower beds and walls, using clippers, weed cutters and edging tools. * Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches or twigs, using shears, pruning shears or chain saws. * Spray lawn, shrubs and trees with fertilizer, herbicides and insecticides, using hand or automatic sprayer. * Rake and bag or bum leaves using rake. * Clean grounds and remove litter, using spiked stick or broom. * Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs, using gardening tools. * Water lawn and shrubs, using hose or by activating fixed or portable sprinkler system. * Repair fences, gates, walls and walks, using carpentry and masonry tools. * Clean out drainage ditches and culverts, using shovel and rake. * Perform grounds maintenance tasks using tractor equipped with attachments, such as mowers, lime or fertilizer spreaders and lawn roller. * Sharpen tools, such as weed cutters, edging tools and shears, using file or knife sharpener. * Follow all C&W Services and site-specific health and safety rules and regulations. Perform other duties as assigned to support C&W Services in delivering our mission to the client. *

Basic Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalency.
• Have completed an accredited apprentice program and /or graduated from a trade school a plus.
• Must be willing to continue training in skill sets to maintain knowledge of the latest equipment and technologies.
• Experience:
• Three years' experience as a groundskeeper. Have familiarity with grounds maintenance for facilities of similar size and scope.
• Must h...