Janitor/Grounds Laborer

Decatur, AL
Temporary to Full Time
Maintenance
Entry Level
JANITOR/GROUNDS LABORER


Job Summary:

An incumbent in this classification performs a variety of unskilled tasks in the maintenance and upkeep of grounds such as mowing lawns, pruning shrubs and trees, plowing snow, lifting heavy objects and cleaning vacant units.


Principal Duties: 

1.         Picks up trash and carries away debris for eventual deposit in a dumpster bin.

2.         Mows lawns, prunes trees and shrubbery to maintain a neat and healthy condition and appearance, fertilizing as needed.

3.         Removes snow from grounds and premises either by plowing, snow blowing or shoveling.

4.         Uses a variety of small hand tools and implements, such as rakes, shovels, brooms, hedge clippers and power mowers.

5.         Sweeps walks and parking areas and maintains in clean condition.

6.         Cleans vacant units.

7.         Performs other related duties of the class as required.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (An incumbent may/may not possess all of the following)

1.         Ability to operate gasoline-driven equipment, such as power mowers or snow blowers.


2.         Ability to read and understand written instructions.

3.         Ability to follow oral instructions.

4.         Ability to work in hazardous and unpleasant conditions, such as snow and rain storms,    infested spaces and cold and heat.

5.         Ability to lift heavy objects and do manual work such as digging and shoveling.

Supervision Received:

The incumbent in this position receives work direction or guidance from either a team leader or supervisor; such as the Property Manager, Maintenance Mechanic, Maintenance Mechanic Assistant or the Assistant Director of Housing Management.  Work is monitored in progress and upon completion.  Incumbent is responsible for reporting to leader/supervisor and unusual situation or condition coming to his attention.
Supervision Given:

The incumbent in this position gives no supervision to others.


Talantage, LLC is committed to presenting candidates that contribute to an organization’s culture of inclusivity and its commitment to diversity in the workplace are demonstrated through our recruitment practices.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, or veteran status.  Our equal opportunity employment efforts comply with all applicable U.S. state and federal laws governing non-discrimination in employment.

 
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