UP Health System - Marquette

Groundskeeper, Maintenance Plant Operations, FTE Shift (1.0DV), Weekends Rotate

Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!

Where We Are:In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

Why Choose Us:Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employeesCompetitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employeesEmployee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistanceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicantsOpportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint HealthcareAnd much more…

Position Summary:

Maintains the grounds and landscaping of the hospital complex.

Reports to: Supervisor

FLSA: Non-exempt

EEO: □ 01 Officials and Managers □ 02 Professionals □ 03 Technicians □ 04 Sales Workers □ 05 Administrative Support Workers □ 06 Craft Workers □ 07 Operatives X 08 Laborers and Helpers □ 09 Service Workers

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inspects grounds to ensure safe conditions in all seasons. Cleans grounds by raking, sweeping, shoveling, and salting.Drag Edit Delete

Prepares and grades terrain. Digs trenches and installs drain tile.Drag Edit Delete

Maintains grounds as necessary through pruning, trimming, seeding, watering, planting, fertilizing, weeding, and moving.Drag Edit Delete

Assists with the delivery and pick up of items for hospital related functions (on and off hospital premises). Picks up trash containers and transports to terminal areas.Drag Edit Delete

Operates and maintains equipment and supplies used in performance of duties including pick-up truck with plow, loader, sprinkler system, snow blower, lawn mower, weed eater, power saw, and other equipment.Drag Edit Delete

Makes minor repairs to concrete walks, curbing, and driveways.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum EducationHigh school diploma or equivalentAssociate’s degree (Preferred)*Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education.Drag Edit Delete

Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Drag Edit Delete

Required SkillsLicenses:Valid State of Michigan driver licenseDrag Edit Delete

Minimum Work Experience1 year related experience

EEOC Statement:UP Health System – Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Job: *Housekeeping/Maintenance

Organization: **

Title: Groundskeeper

Location: Michigan-Marquette

Requisition ID: 7467-9562