Grounds Maintenance Worker
Company: Skookum
Location: Bremerton
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
Grounds Maintenance WorkerLocation: Bremerton, Washington -
Puget Sound Naval ShipyardType: Non-ExemptWork Schedule: Full Time,
Day ShiftCompensation: $18.51 - $18.51/hourBenefits: Skookum is
proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to
our eligible part-time and full-time employees.Full-Time benefits
of a Grounds Maintenance Worker at Skookum include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life &
Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Health and Welfare Benefit ($4.57 per hour worked)
- Flexible Spending Account for both medical and dependent
care
- 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation
at the start of employment, paid sick leave
- Potential shared earning bonus
- Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and
potential scholarships for qualified dependents
- Professional development, certifications, and training
opportunities
- Verizon wireless discount
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness
program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full time
employeesSkookum is a national non-profit, government contractor
that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with
Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with
disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our
mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership,
Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing
a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.Skookum is
seeking a skilled and professional Grounds Maintenance Worker with
a can-do attitude.Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Maintain and repair the grounds up to and around the
facilities.
- Perform mowing, trimming, edging, weed and brush control.
- Pick up and remove all rubbish, debris, and trash (which
includes, but is not limited to; rocks, paper, pine cones, limbs,
and other portable objects) within the maintenance area and all
trash, papers and limbs lodged in shrubs, hedges, fences, and along
foundation walls.
- Load large wheel barrels with debris.
- Perform basic maintenance of grounds equipment.
- May operate a tractor and/or mower, weed eaters, chain saws,
pressure washer and brush cutters.
- Demonstrate ability to multi-task throughout workday, with
constant interruptions; Utilize company cell phones. Respond to
phone calls promptly.
- Remove snow from walkways, driveways, roads, or parking lots
using shovel and snow blower, spreads salt on walkways and other
areas.Qualifications:
- 6 months experience in grounds maintenance or prior laborer
experience is preferred.
- Work both independently and in a collaborative, team-oriented
environment.
- Read and understand contract requirements and maps.Physical
Requirements:Employees must have the ability to perform the
following physical demands for extended periods of time with or
without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be
reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use
repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position
duties.
- Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting,
kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a
time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may
also be required.
- Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure
for extended periods of time.Requirements:
- Valid state driver's license is required with the ability to
obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum's insurance.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security
clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify
will be conducted for this position.Per our government contract,
2.7.2.6, "No employee or representative of the Contractor will be
admitted to the site of work unless satisfactory proof of U.S.
citizenship is furnished."To Apply: Visit our website at to
complete an application. Current Employees: need to log into their
Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your
Recruiter if you need assistance.Skookum is a national non-profit,
government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities
for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting
individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We
take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values,
Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our
dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to
our employees.Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to
apply.Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.If
you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at, or
.Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in
E-Verify
Keywords: Skookum, Edmonds , Grounds Maintenance Worker, IT / Software / Systems , Bremerton, Washington
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