Skilled Laborer I
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University of Massachusetts Medical School
Worcester, MA, US
Summary
Perform maintenance, upkeep, and beautification of medical center grounds, including landscaping and snow removal. Operate and maintain grounds equipment and assist other maintenance trades as required.
Job Description
Overview
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under the direct supervision of the Manager or designee, the Skilled Laborer I performs tasks requiring some specialized skill or knowledge in connection with the maintenance, care, and beautification of the Medical Center Grounds. The Skilled Laborer I will also assists others trades, as required.
Responsibilities
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform tasks related to the maintenance, upkeep, and beautification of grounds such as lawn mowing, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, and planting
- Perform tasks related to maintenance, repair, and upkeep of sidewalks, roadways, and parking areas, such as sweeping, striping, and paving
- Perform snow removal tasks including but not limited to shoveling, plowing, sanding, operating side walk equipment, and snow blowing. Required to be on-call/standby during winter months
- Clean, wash, and refuel medical center vehicles
- Operate and maintains/repair grounds equipment such as lawn mowers, sweepers, trimmers, snow blowers, and other related equipment
- Perform tasks related to storing of parts, equipment, and supplies maintained by Ground Department
- Move furniture, files, lab furnishing, and performs similar tasks
- Operate steam cleaning equipment
- Repair and operate irrigation systems
- Remove waste material from pathways, roadways, and parking lots. For situations that require EH &S assistance, secure the area, and ensure proper contacts are made to expedite the removal process
- While in the performance of routine duties, may be required as needed to perform all work associated with all maintenance trades of an equal or lower graded classification , where the work or task does not require a specific license
- Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma, or equivalent experience
- 1 year of experience performing landscaping and/or lawn maintenance, using specialized maintenance equipment
- Working knowledge of common tools required for maintenance, landscaping, and upkeep of grounds
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to operate trucks, automobiles, equipment, and to travel to off-site locations
ForHealth Consulting partners with purposeful organizations, including state Medicaid agencies and health and human services organizations, to make the healthcare experience better for all – more equitable, effective, and accessible. We know that to do this, we need to address every aspect of the system – how we pay for it, how we manage information, and how we deliver quality care to everyone. As part of UMass Chan Medical School, we leverage world-class expertise to create transformational solutions across the health and human services system. ForHealth Consulting believes in the power of collaboration and a shared purpose – together, we can make healthcare better.
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Westborough, Massachusetts
ForHealth Consulting partners with purposeful organizations, including state Medicaid agencies and health and human services organizations, to make the healthcare experience better for all – more equitable, effective, and accessible. We know that to do this, we need to address every aspect of the system – how we pay for it, how we manage information, and how we deliver quality care to everyone. As part of UMass Chan Medical School, we leverage world-class expertise to create transformational solutions across the health and human services system. ForHealth Consulting believes in the power of collaboration and a shared purpose – together, we can make healthcare better.
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Westborough, Massachusetts
