Part Time Grounds Maintenance Worker

Part Time Grounds Maintenance Worker

Location: Indian Island, Washington

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Part Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $20.23-$20.23/hour

Benefits: 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 ($4.93 per hour worked)

+ Flexible Spending Accounts 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 is 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 employees

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.

Skookum is seeking a focused and helpful Grounds Maintenance Worker with a can-do attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

+ Shall perform mowing, trimming, edging, weed and brush control.

+ Shall 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.

+ Shall load large wheel barrels with debris.

+ Shall perform basic maintenance of grounds equipment.

+ May operate a tractor and/or mower, weed eaters, chain saws and brush cutters.

+ Reading and understanding contract requirements and maps.

+ Utilize company phones and respond to phone calls promptly.

+ Demonstrate ability to multi-task throughout work day, with constant interruptions.

+ Includes spending large portions of each day operating a weed trimmer.

+ All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

+ 6 months of experience in grounds maintenance or prior labor experience is preferred but not required. Specialized vocational, technical, or other formal training may be substituted in part for experience.

+ Work both independently and in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

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 70 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:

+ A valid state drivers license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookums 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 www.skookum.org to complete an application.

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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.

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Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in E-Verify

Please submit a resume if you do not currently see an opportunity but are interested in working for Skookum

Skookum has carried forward our social mission "creating opportunities for people with disabilities" in all that we aspire to be. From our humble beginnings in small-town America, we have grown to be the best value provider of choice in the defense industrial complex and aerospace manufacturing sectors. Skookum does this by first investing in our people.

Skookums customers rely on Skookum to consistently deliver a quality product on time so that the customer in turn can accomplish their jobs. This drives Skookums core value proposition We meet our mission when our customer meets their mission.

This philosophy is critical to our success as a team. At Skookum, we work diligently to sharpen our leaders skills so they can provide exceptional client support. Skookum is dedicated to ensuring specialized recruitment, career advancement, and job training methods are employed across the nation. Skookum is a national leader in Disability and Veteran recruitment, hiring, and retention.

We offer competitive wages and benefits, including providing professional growth opportunities. Working at Skookum is not just a job; it's a career to be proud of that allows us to positively influence others' lives each day! We currently support over 1,300 employees in 13 states, and we are growing every day across the nation.