Grounds/Lawn Maintenance Helper

Company: Salvation Army
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Grounds/Lawn Maintenance HelperJob Summary:Performs a variety of grounds keeping work in order to maintain the health and beautification of grounds surrounding Salvation Army buildings; mows and edges grass, trims trees/shrubs, blows leaves and debris from sidewalks. Assists with Logistic and warehouse upkeep during the off season and inclement weather. Description of Duties: Assists in Maintaining grounds and areas of all facilities, Mows grass and edges lawns, sidewalks, and curbs. Cleans gutters of buildings. Maintains flower beds. Rakes, vacuums, and blows leaves and debris from sidewalks and parking lots. Cuts down trees; trims trees and bushes.Ensures proper maintenance of grounds keeping equipment. Assists in performing general building and equipment maintenance work. During off-season or inclement weather will assist with Logistics and warehouse upkeep. Performs other related work as required. Materials and Equipment:Auto/Truck & Trailer, Zero Turn Mower, Regular Mower, Edger/Trimmer, Blower/Vacuum, Various Lawn & Landscape ToolsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of effective and safe groundskeeping practices. Ability to maintain the beautification of grounds including mowing grass, blowing leaves, and trimming trees/shrubs. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.Ability to operate lawn equipment.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREDEducation and ExperienceHS diploma or GED AND six months experience performing groundskeeping work OR any equivalent demonstration of training or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Certifications/LicensesValid State Driver's LicensePhysical RequirementsThe right candidate will have the ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects. Heavy work (as defined by the ADA): Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing and some climbing.Working ConditionsWork is performed outdoors with exposure to physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Hours and BenefitsWe provide a steady 37.5 hour workweek even during inclement weather. Normal workweek is Monday through Friday but there are a few weeks a year we work on a Saturday or Sunday. Excellent Benefits. PTO and Holiday pay offered.recblid exhfnat584eol48kf7vwbh3695opf2

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