Groundskeeper

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Come join the Plant Operation team at Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Position Purpose:

Maintains hospital campus grounds including snow removal, service vehicles and grounds equipment to assure a safe and pleasant environment of care.

What you will do:

• Maintains the hospital campus grounds in a safe and clean condition.

• Mows and trims grass to proper seasonal height.

• Maintains flower beds, trees and shrubs using contract services as needed to supplement own activities.

• Performs daily rounds of the grounds to inspect for safety and sanitary problems and correct discrepancies.

• Keeps all walks, roads and parking lots clear of ice and snow.

• Maintains and performs minor repairs on engineering vehicles and grounds equipment in a manner that assures their safe and efficient operation.

• Maintains an adequate level of lawn care supplies and spare parts to assure the ongoing operation of the grounds keeping operations.

• Responds immediately to calls for all service functions and special projects to ensure the safety and operation of the facility.

• Assists other trades when instructed by the engineering supervisor.

• Able to use large equipment for plowing and lifting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one (1) year experience of basic technical or occupationally specific training in refrigeration and/or HVAC operations.

• Work requires the ability to resolve complex problems requiring the use of basic scientific, mathematical or technical principals and in-depth, experienced based knowledge.

• Work requires the ability to understand and respond to simple written or verbal instructions.

• Requires a valid Connecticut Drivers license.

• Must be able to obtain Department of Public safety hoisting license within six (6) months of employment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires lifting objects up to fifty lbs. daily. Requires prolonged walking and standing at least 50% of the time. Requires bending and stooping and the ability to reach and grasp objects.

• Requires working with equipment in which pose a moderate potential occupational hazard where carelessness could result in cuts, bruises, strains, and exposure to toxic pesticides that require the use of personal protective equipment and proper safety procedures. Occasional exposure to eye and ear hazards requiring protective equipment.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full-Time 40 Hours (Day Shift)

• Our Mission and Core Values

• Career growth and advancement potential

• Award-winning Patient Access Department

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.