Groundskeeper

Job description

Citizens Health is looking for a groundskeeper to work full-time in our plant operations department. Our Mission: Enhancing the lives of those we serve. About Us: Citizens Health is a community based, private, not-for-profit organization. It is comprised of: Citizens Medical Cente r - a 25 bed critical access hospital, Family Center for Health Care - an outpatient rural health clinic, Prairie Senior - a skilled nursing facility, Citizens Clubhouse - an onsite childcare center that cares for children 6 weeks to school age for our workforce, Citizens Medical Equipment - our durable medical equipment business, Palace Drug Store - our outpatient pharmacy. We strive to be progressive, dependable and knowledgeable, while providing compassionate, evidence-based care to the residents of northwest Kansas. Days/Hours: Typically Monday-Friday 8AM to 4:30PM . Pay Range: Dependent upon experience. The groundskeeper will report to the Plant Operation Manager What you’ll do: Mow grass. Trim and weed. Clean and paint parking lots. Assist in ensuring guest and co-worker safety and security by reporting any suspicious or unusual behavior or occurrence to the appropriate supervisor on duty, and informing security. In the course of normal duties, to observe, report, or take immediate corrective action on deficiencies, malfunctions, and untidiness. Complete other duties as assigned. What you bring to the table: High school diploma or GED Experience operating small farm tractors, riding lawn mowers and other powered and unpowered yard care equipment. Maintenance experience helpful. A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. To be successful within our organization you will need to: Be a self-starter who takes initiative, is open minded and a team player. Maintain a positive attitude with good energy. Create a positive, supportive working atmosphere. Display integrity and accountability. Accept and respond to constructive criticism and suggestions and strives for self-improvement. Adhere to organization policies and procedures. Arrive at work on time and when scheduled. Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and ingenuity in performing job tasks. Demonstrate professional conduct and maintains professional appearance. Demonstrate behavior that reflects the image of the institution. Typical Working Conditions: Requires sitting 40% of the time to mow with riding lawn mower. Requires standing/walking 60 % of the time to do push mowing, trimming, painting of the parking lot, etc., there is considerable reaching, stooping, bending, and kneeling. Manual dexterity; normal vision and hearing, with or without correction, which is adequate for all types of interpersonal communications are required. Exerts 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally to push/pull and moves/lift heavy equipment or supplies. Mostly outdoor work. Manual labor is required. Exposed to sun, heat, noise, dust, and other weather extremes. Working with power equipment and lawn chemicals is required. This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented. Available Benefits Medical, dental and vision insurance available Pre-Tax and Roth Contributions Automatic 6% salary deferral upon employment Regular and matching contributions after one-year and 1,000 hours worked Provides Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Full-time coverage - equal to two times employees annual income Part-time coverage - one-time annual income Differential and Certification Pay Eligible employees receive shift, weekend and holiday differential pay Other Benefits Paid time off On-site child care services Funeral leave Health Savings Account Dependent, Medical and Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts The Standard Group Insurance Discounted membership rate for MASA Many More! Visit Us at: Citizens Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or discharge history, or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for CMCI to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either CMCI or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of CMCI has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary. Citizens Medical Center, Inc. implements a Drug Free Workplace Program. Drug testing is required of applicants in accordance with relevant laws. If you need assistance to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process, please notify the Human Resources Department (785) 460-4842. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate your needs in a timely manner.