Grounds Maintenance Technician - Vanguard Resources Inc.

Position: Grounds Maintenance Technician
Where: ‘Client’ Hospital Location: Texas Health Hospital, 850 Ed Hall Dr, Kaufman, TX 75142Kaufman, TX

Vanguard Resources, Inc., an Industry-Leader in Facilities Management - in business for 28 years, (STILL family owned & operated), is actively recruiting for a Full-time, Hourly/Non-Exempt, experienced, Grounds Maintenance Technician, at our Client's Hospital facility, in Kaufman, TX, working with our amazing maintenance team. https://www.texashealth.org/Locations/texas-health-kaufman

Typical Schedule/Hours: Monday – Friday, 7 am – 330 pm, some weekend, holiday, evening hours may occur, if needed by the business.

Position Purpose:
Under the direct supervision of the Manager or Director of Facilities/Maintenance, the primary job of the Grounds Maintenance Technician Level I is to perform grounds/landscaping maintenance for facilities. This includes, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, fertilizing, feeding, watering, debris/trash removal, edging, pruning, mulching, planting, maintaining ornamental beds, pressure washing, and cleaning grounds/building exteriors. Performs facility maintenance repairs as needed or as assigned by Manager. Responsible for task lists and completion of assigned work orders accurately and in timely manner. Always works safely and professionally, and as a team member within the entire facility. Performs all other duties and projects as assigned.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform general grounds maintenance duties including mowing, edging, and weeding
• Assist others in specialized grounds keeping activities/projects
• Weed/Pest control as needed
• Operate hand and power tools and other equipment used in grounds maintenance
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices
• Perform semi-skilled grounds maintenance services
• Train and provide work direction to others, if necessary or requested
• Lift heavy objects pertaining to job requirements
• Maintain routine records as directed
• Assist in snow and ice removal

Note: The above summary and functions are intended to be illustrative of tasks and responsibilities; not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment:
Operates and maintains lawn/garden equipment, (mowers, blowers, edger, weed eater), and hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including saws, drills, routers, planers, sanders, jointers, and stationary power equipment.

Safety Requirements:

• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used.
• Follows schedule outlined for all landscaping services
• Document all work orders, and other paperwork efficiently and correctly
• Wears appropriate safety gear.

Qualifications:
- One year grounds keeping experience preferred

• Criminal Background Check
• Drug Screen
• Hospital health screenings, and any required immunizations/vaccines (TB testing, Flu vaccine, etc.)
• Valid Texas Drivers License
  • Clear Motor Vehicle Report (no more than 3 moving violations within past 3 years)

VRI benefit programs:

• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program,
  • If PTO goes unused – PTO ‘cash-out’ options available after 1 year of service (per policy)
• 401k retirement program, with determined Employer Matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• If enrolled:
  • Access to Hospital(s) with direct negotiated contract= Zero balance billed services; $0 dollars required by patient
  • Virtual Doctor via secure App
  • Long & Short-Term Disability programs available
• Availability for employee paid ancillary benefits, via payroll deduction
• Basic Life Insurance (paid); option for additional Life Insurance on self & dependents
• Certifications & other Training & Development programs
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Path/Growth Opportunities

More about Vanguard Resources, Inc. (VRI):

Founded in 1996, Vanguard Resources, Inc. had one shared goal - to develop a facilities management company in which people, knowledge, skill, integrity, and commitment are the key elements. For nearly 28 years now, Vanguard Resources has had continued success “Turning Support in to Solutions” – by transforming the relationship between Facilities and the Customer, into a strategic, service-oriented partnership! We have assembled a management team with more than 200 years of combined experience in integrated facilities management. We are still a family-owned and family-run business – our dedicated resources, extensive expertise and family-oriented culture is what sets us apart!

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Vanguard Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.