Groundskeeper - Temporary

WHO WE ARE

This position is with Helena Industries (HI). HI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC and provides production and distribution solutions to customers across a wide variety of industries. HI is one of the largest chemical toll manufacturers in the U.S. and our clients include many household name brands and large retailers.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Groundskeeper focuses on the appearance of all facilities on the property. This position is responsible for maintaining and improving the landscapes and ensuring the facilities present a pristine appearance at all times. This includes removing snow and keeping walkways from becoming slippery while recognizing and negating other potential dangers around the facility which could adversely affect the health and safety of employees and guests. This position requires a variety of practical skills including carpentry, masonry, gardening, basic electrical/mechanical skills and plumbing.

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE

• Cleans exterior areas of buildings daily and seasonal cleaning tasks.
• Picks up and appropriately disposes of trash/debris daily.
• Regular maintenance on structures, including carpentry and masonry work to repair damaged floors and walls.
• Removes snow in winter conditions and keeps outdoor areas safe during bad weather, including spreading deicer on walkways and steps.
• Performs light excavation using shovels and picks and other tools to dig trenches and level ground.
• Maintains landscape and garden areas by planting grass, trimming trees and bushes and fertilizing flowers and other plants.
• Cares for and cultivates foliage including planting, fertilizing, weeding, watering, trimming and pruning, soil conditioning, mulching and applying pesticides.
• Ensures pathways, stairs, outdoor seating and other structures are safe and well maintained.
• Orders and maintains garden, landscaping and snow removal equipment.
• Orders supplies and equipment.
• Contacts the appropriate technicians and specialists for maintenance jobs that require assistance.
• Operates a variety of grounds keeping equipment efficiently and safely.
• Maintains a strong commitment to working safely and adheres to all safety programs.
• Performs all mowing and trimming onsite inside and outside of fenced areas.
• Diagnoses, services and maintains all departmental machinery and equipment.
• Maintains a clean work environment both inside and outside the facility by using good housekeeping habits.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of experience in groundskeeping, maintenance or a skilled trade is required.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with light electrical repairs, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC or similar.
• Works independently.
• Communicates effectively with staff and visitors to the facility.
• Sets priorities and works on multiple tasks.
• Proficient in using manual and power tools safely.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle.
• Applicants for positions requiring operation of a moving vehicle or interaction with heavy equipment must meet the legal age requirement.

Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB

At Helena, safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could be potentially harmful to our employees.

The work environment for this position is in a typical plant/warehouse environment where the noise level is usually moderate to loud. In this position, you will regularly work near moving equipment/mechanical parts and could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock.

This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand, (8 hours a day or more), lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more), reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs), climbing, gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists, bending and stooping for long periods of time, working below knee levels for short periods of time and working above shoulder level for short periods.

BENEFITS AT HELENA

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance STARTS THE SAME DAY YOU DO!
• Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company-match - up to 10% based on your contribution amount.
• Three-year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service.
• Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.
• Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays.
• Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay - paid for by Helena at no cost to you.
• Free Short & Long-Term Disability.
• Up to 80 hours of paid Parental Leave.
• Education Assistance.
• And much more!

For more detailed information about our benefits, visit helenacareers.com/benefits.

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Helena supports individuals with disabilities, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer.