Groundskeeper ; Temporary​/Interim

Overview

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? This is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be discussed at a later date.

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled grounds maintenance functions (e.g. plants, fertilizes & mows lawns; plants, prunes, fertilizes & applies insecticides to shrubs & trees; landscapes & maintains grounds; applies & grades topsoil; lays sod; maintains athletic fields, operates & maintains heavy equipment).
• Maintains cemetery grounds (e.g. excavates & prepares gravesites for interment; sets, maintains, inspects & disposes headstones & markers; plants, fertilizes & mows lawns; applies & grades topsoil; lays sod; removes trash, leaves, limbs & debris from & around gravesites).
• Performs routine grounds maintenance and general labor (e.g. removes snow & applies salt to ice; mows, weeds & cleans lawns & flower beds; maintains & cleans walkways, streets & parking lots; delivers supplies; assists with minor building constructions).

If you are ready for the next great step in your career……Come join us

• To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (paper applications are not accepted).
• When completing your online application, clearly describe how you meet each minimum qualification outlined in this job posting.
• We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your online application.
• You can check the status of your application anytime by signing into your profile on this website.
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.

Applications must be received no later than 11:59 PM of the posting deadline date. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Applications must be submitted online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Paper applications will not be accepted or considered.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of ADA Services. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status and/or military status in employment or the provision of services.

Note:

Those who are contacted for an interview should inform the Ohio Veterans Home Office of Human Resources as soon as possible if, as a result of a disability, they will need an accommodation to participate in any phase of the interview process. Such notice will not affect eligibility to apply for this position.

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division; 6 months of training or 6 months' experience in grounds maintenance. Valid commercial driver's license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Section 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio revised code.

• Or 6 months' experience as Groundskeeper 1, 53611. Valid commercial driver's license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio revised code.
• Or alternative, equivalent evidence of the minimum class qualifications noted above.

Job

Skills:

Facilities Maintenance & Inspection, General Maintenance, Grounds & Landscaping, Construction Trades, Trades, Teamwork, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Time Management, Situational Awareness

Agency & Location Details

Organization:
Veterans Services Sandusky

Agency Contact:
Hailey Ivory, Hailey.

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Work Location:

Veteran Services - Sandusky

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Erie County-Sandusky

Compensation: $20.85/hr

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

0700 - 1530

Classified Indicator:
Unclassified

Union:
Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill:
Facilities Maintenance & Inspection

Technical

Skills:

Construction Trades, General Maintenance, Grounds & Landscaping, Trades, Facilities Maintenance & Inspection

Professional

Skills:

Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Situational Awareness, Teamwork, Time Management

Agency Overview:
It is our honor and privilege to provide comfort and care to Ohio's heroes — wartime veterans from all across the state and all branches of service.

WHO ARE WE? The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of Ohio Department of Veterans Services, are trauma-informed care long-term care focused on providing excellent care to Ohio’s Veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care at facilities in Sandusky and Georgetown as well as domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky. We aim to maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees.

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