Groundskeeper - Plant Operations - Phoebe Putney Health System

Description

JOB SUMMARY

• Plan and execute small scale landscaping operations and maintain grounds and landscape of the hospital

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Vocational / Technical Degree in Groundskeeping, Landscaping or related field. (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2 - 3 years Landscaping and grounds maintenance. (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.

GENERAL SKILLS

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Mechanical
• Must have the demonstrated ability to work with various tools and equipment typical of the trade.
• Comprehensive knowledge of lawns, trees, shrubs, gardens

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
• Have near normal hearing - Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voice

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
• Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
• Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Climbing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Lift/carry > 50 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)