Grounds Technician - Bluebonnet
Listed on 2026-02-08
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Landscaping, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Overview
JOB PURPOSE & MISSION To provide grounds care and services as part of the total program of maintaining a pleasant image and safe exterior for all applicable General Health System facilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Mows and edges all lawn areas; weeds all plant beds where ground cover, trees and shrubs are planted.
- Waters all lawns, plant beds, shrubs and trees as needed to maintain proper moisture levels.
- Prunes plants, trees and shrubs as needed, following accepted horticultural practices.
- Picks up and disposes of trash; cleans trash cans, ashtrays, and patio tables; sweeps parking lots, walkways, entrances and parking garage, per departmental schedule.
- Pressure washes parking lots and facility entrances according to department schedule.
- Obtains and maintains knowledge of proper operation of lawn equipment (i.e. mowers, edgers, weed eaters, etc.), including all safety precautions and maintenance requirements.
- Performs all duties within time frames set by Grounds Supervisor.
- Identifies customers and delivers outstanding customer service according to GHS guidelines.
- Practices all safety precautions and utilizes safety equipment (i.e. safety glasses, proper attire, etc.) within department and industry guidelines.
- Assists Facilities Management with inside duties during periods of inclement weather.
- Performs more complex duties as assigned by supervisor, within scope of individual ability and knowledge.
Experience
Required - none
Preferred - One-year Grounds Experience. On-the-job Training Available.
Education
Required - none
License & Certifications
Required - none
Special Skills & Knowledge
Required - Able to understand and carry out instructions. Dependable and motivated to complete duties without constant supervision. Able to interact appropriately with a diverse population of customers.
HIPAA & Safety RequirementsHIPAA - Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable HIPAA regulations appropriate to Job Position.
Safety - Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable safety practices appropriate to Job Position including but not limited to:
Incident reporting, handling of wastes, sharps and linen, PPE, exposure control plans, hand washing and environment of care.
Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Strength-Medium Work-Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Climbing-Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. (Frequently)
Balancing-Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surface; or maintaining body equilibrium. (Frequently)
Stooping-Bending body downward and forward by being spine at the waist, requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. (Frequently)
Kneeling-Bending legs at knees to rest on knee or knees. (Frequently)
Crouching-Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine. (Frequently)
Crawling-Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. (Occasionally)
Reaching-Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. (Frequently)
Handling-Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands. (Frequently)
Feeling-Perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, or texture, by touching. (Frequently)
Talking-Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information, and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other works accurately, loudly, or quickly. (Frequently)
Hearing-Perceiving the nature of sounds by ear. (Constantly)
Vision-Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. (Constantly)
Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and outdoors. The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment. The employee may work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers and sprays while performing the duties of this job. The…
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