Lead Groundskeeper - Grounds - Full Time/Days - Req# 2151533148

Location 1600 West Avenue J,Lancaster, CA, 93534,United States Base Pay $21.41 - $31.10 / Hour Employee Type Regular Required Degree High school Job Objective: Under the immediate management of the Director of Engineering and Engineering Supervisor, performs work with a high degree of accuracy and skill maintaining the overall appearance of the Medical Center grounds. Inform Director and Supervisor of absent employees, order supplies and equipment. Coordinates activities for the care of Medical Center grounds, assigns tasks to Groundskeepers, plans and reviews work projects, repairs equipment and items that are associated with the upkeep of the Medical Center grounds. Duties and Responsibilities: Oversees Maintenance and Safety of Campus: Maintains the overall appearance of the Medical Center grounds. Coordinates and supervises activities for the care of Medical Center grounds. Maintains and repairs equipment and other items associated with upkeep of grounds. Plans and reviews for work projects. Operates the Medical Center vehicle in a safe and appropriate manner. Inform Director and supervisor of any problem areas. Employee Coordination: Inform the Director and Supervisor of schedule shortages. Assign tasks to Groundskeepers. Determines work priorities, assigns, and assists. Computer and Office Support: Orders supplies and equipment after notifying Director and Supervisor. Assists in other areas as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge Knowledge of methods of Landscaping Knowledge of the use and care of motorized equipment and hand/power tools used in ground maintenance work. Knowledge of the proper use of chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides. Knowledge of irrigation techniques using sprinklers, hoses and flooding methods Abilities Ability to follow oral instructions and read written instructions Ability to use hand tools, operate motorized equipment and vehicles such as cars, trucks and vans. Ability to Bend or stoop repeatedly over time. AVMC Values: All AVMC employees will effectively demonstrate these values: Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority. Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us. Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team. Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking. Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality. Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value. Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other. Education and Experience: Education High School diploma or equivalent is required Experience 5 years’ experience working in Landscaping and managing staff AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations: Ability to adhere with AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy. Ability to adhere with AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy. Ability to adhere with AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy. Ability to adhere to the department dress code. Ability to organize work and establish priorities. Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties. Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards. Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters. Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff. Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVMC. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patients, hospital and department information. Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations. Safely and effectively use all the equipment necessary to carry out duties. Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures. Conforms with required and appropriate accreditation and regulatory requirements. Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines. Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education. Display a willingness to work as a team player. Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times. Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVMC Board of Directors. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies. Ability to follow the Code of Conduct. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Work involves standing and walking for the majority of the day, and requires frequent bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling and reaching. Majority of work is performed outside during all seasons and all weather conditions to include extreme cold and heat. Will require frequent climbing to 5-10 feet, occasionally over 15 feet. Will require frequent pushing/pulling of up to 50 lbs. Will require frequent lifting of up to 10lbs, with occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. Exposure to loud noises, chemicals, odors, fumes, moving and mechanical parts, with use of PPE required. A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department. Education and Experience: Education High School diploma or equivalent is required Experience 5 years’ experience working in Landscaping and managing staff #J-18808-Ljbffr Antelope Valley Medical Center