• Groundskeeper

    LifePoint Health (Marquette, MI)


    UP Health System – Marquette

    Who We Are:

    People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!

    Where We Are:

    In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

    Why Choose Us:

    Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

    Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

    Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

    Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

    Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare

    And much more…

    Position Summary:

    Maintains the grounds and landscaping of the hospital complex.

     

    Reports to: Supervisor

     

    FLSA: Non-exempt

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    Inspects grounds to ensure safe conditions in all seasons. Cleans grounds by raking, sweeping, shoveling, and salting.

     

    Prepares and grades terrain. Digs trenches and installs drain tile.

     

    Maintains grounds as necessary through pruning, trimming, seeding, watering, planting, fertilizing, weeding, and moving.

     

    Assists with the delivery and pick up of items for hospital related functions (on and off hospital premises). Picks up trash containers and transports to terminal areas.

     

    Operates and maintains equipment and supplies used in performance of duties including pick-up truck with plow, loader, sprinkler system, snow blower, lawn mower, weed eater, power saw, and other equipment.

     

    Makes minor repairs to concrete walks, curbing, and driveways.

    Minimum Qualifications:*

    Minimum Education

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Associate’s degree (Preferred)

    *Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education.*

    *Required Skills

    Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.*

     

    *Required Skills

    Licenses:

    Valid State of Michigan driver license*

    *Minimum Work Experience

    1 year related experience*

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    Organization:**

    **Title:** *Groundskeeper*

    **Location:** *Michigan-Marquette*

    **Requisition ID:** *7467-10326*