Seasonal Grounds
About the role
The primary purpose of this position is to perform manual labor and grounds maintenance tasks to support the upkeep of industrial, commercial, and public property at Naval Air Station Jacksonville. Duties include maintaining landscaped areas, operating grounds equipment, and supporting routine facility grounds maintenance operations.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, raking, weeding, mulching, and debris removal.
- Operate grounds maintenance equipment such as riding and push mowers, trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, and edging tools.
- Auxiliary tasks include assisting with loading, securing, and transporting equipment or materials using company vehicles, trailers, or stake bed trucks.
- Perform manual labor tasks such as raking leaves, removing debris, and maintaining landscaped areas.
- Operate small equipment such as ATVs, utility vehicles, tractors, or similar grounds equipment as assigned.
- Perform vegetation control activities in various terrain areas, including ditches, berms, slopes, and other outdoor work areas.
- Use proper hand and arm signals to assist equipment operators when required.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and orderly condition.
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Basic experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, manual labor, or related field preferred.
- Ability to safely operate basic grounds maintenance equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, and similar tools is preferred.
- Ability to perform routine labor tasks associated with grounds maintenance in accordance with contract requirements and worksite safety standards.
- Must be able to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
- Must be able to read, write, and understand English to follow instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain access to the government worksite as required by the contract.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record, in accordance with company policy, to operate vehicles or equipment as required for the position.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and perform frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and walking for extended periods.
- Work is primarily performed outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and uneven terrain.
- Duties may require working on slopes, berms, ditches, or other irregular ground surfaces.
- Must be able to work on-call, alternate, and extended shift schedules when necessary to meet mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.
- Work may involve operating equipment, working around moving machinery, and exposure to typical landscaping and grounds maintenance hazards while using appropriate PPE.
US Pay Range
$17.75 - $17.75 USD
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- TRICARE Supplemental
- Critical Illness insurance
- Company-Paid Life and Short-Term Disability insurance
- Optional Long-Term Disability
- Paid Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employee Discounts
- Wellness Seminars
Why Us?
We offer the opportunity to work in dynamic, fast-paced environments where your contributions directly impact mission success. Our teams are built on collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring you are supported while being challenged to grow.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you have a disability or medical condition and require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please notify the designated recruiter so we can provide appropriate assistance.