Maintains the grounds and landscaping of the hospital complex.

JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent Associate's degree (Preferred) *Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education. Required Skills Requires 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. Licenses: Valid State of Michigan driver license Minimum Work Experience 1 year related experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Inspects grounds to ensure safe conditions in all seasons. Cleans grounds by raking, sweeping, shoveling, and salting. Prepares and grades terrain. Digs trenches and installs drain tile.

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

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.

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

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains records, logs, and files as required.

Assist with orientation and training of personnel and students.

Participates and attends meetings as required and/ or assigned.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.