Grounds Maintenance Worker

JOB PURPOSE:The Grounds Maintenance Worker will be responsible for upkeep of all Payless Markets sites and outdoor greenery. This includes bush cutting, raking, water blasting, cleaning, trash disposal, and more to ensure the Payless Markets sites are presentable and in good condition. Equipment and Supplies will be provided by Department Manager.ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required but is not intended to be a conclusive list. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Most days will require a 4am start time, with a few days a month may require earlier.Start day at PDC Warehouse, then drive in assigned vehicle to the scheduled work site with the necessary company provided equipment. Schedule to be distributed weekly.At scheduled site, cut the grass with the proper equipment, to a height agreed upon by Department Manager.Using company equipment, blow or sweep the cut greenery and dispose accordingly.On designated schedule days, waterblast the front customer facing store facility and the trash bin.Trash to be disposed of at all sites after cleaning.Ensure consumers, consumer vehicles, and consumer property is protected from any moving debris, rocks, or other possible damages.Always ensure safe usage and storage of all company property.As needed, support Warehouse operations.Communicates effectively with all store employees and Payless Customers.Dress presentable at all times. If any items are needed to perform tasks efficiently, speak with Department Manager.Displays good customer services skills.ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform other duties as assigned by supervisorEDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalent preferredDriver’s License is preferredChauffer’s License is preferredExperience in operating a gas bush cutter, gas water blaster, gas blower, and other maintenance equipmentKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Able to read and speak in EnglishMust be able to uphold our company’s mission statementStrong Communication SkillsAbility to Work under Limited SupervisionSAFETY & HEALTH RESPONSIBILITIES:Pay-Less Markets is committed to providing and maintaining a safe, secure, and healthy work environment for all employees and customers. As part of this commitment, Pay-Less Markets has developed safety, security and occupational health policies, practices, and standards.With this understanding, all employees are required to: Adhere to all local and federal safety and environmental codes, ordinances, standards and laws; adhere to all Pay-Less Markets and local safety plans, policies, practices and standards; be aware of and follow all safety rules of your work site; report any unsafe conditions or accidents to your supervisor and participate in mandatory or available safety training.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee should have the physical ability to lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs) and stand for long periods. The employee must be comfortable working in a humid/rainy, warm and cold environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and respond to customers and employees. The employee frequently is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often exposed to atmospheric cold, warm, and hot temperatures in the work area. #J-18808-Ljbffr PAYLESS MARKETS INC