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St. Charles Health System

Groundskeeper

St. Charles Health System, Bend, Oregon, United States, 97701

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locations

Bend, OR

time type

Full time

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Posted Yesterday

job requisition id

R1020221

Pay range: $20.88 - $27.14

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE:

Groundskeeper REPORTS TO POSITION:

Facilities Manager DEPARTMENT:

Facilities DATE LAST REVIEWED:

8/21/2017 OUR VISION:

Creating America's healthiest community, together OUR MISSION:

In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value OUR

VALUES:

Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY:

The facilities team provides a safe, comfortable healing environment for our patients, visitors and caregivers by keeping the facility in peak operational condition. POSITION OVERVIEW:

Maintains the grounds of the St. Charles Health System buildings/campuses. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Assists in the maintenance of St. Charles Health System grounds and leased propertied. Assists in the repair of grounds equipment. Works on keeping walkways and parking areas clear of ice and snow. Maintains the grounds and all associated buildings. Keeps the grounds properly watered, trimmed, cut, etc. Under direction, plants new plants, trees, re-seeds, replants and moves plants and trees as required to maintain the grounds in their optimum condition. Maintains knowledge of sprinkler systems and irrigation systems. Performs all repairs and maintains existing sprinkler and irrigation systems. Responsible for maintaining all ponds, keeping them clean and treated as required. Maintains knowledge of and proper use of fertilizers and pesticides. Diagnoses and treats diseases of plants, trees, and lawns. Uses pesticides safely and properly. Wears all necessary protective clothing and gear when applying pesticides and fertilizers. Acquires licenses and certifications needed to use controlled grounds products. Completes preventive maintenance on all equipment and systems assigned to the grounds area of

responsibility. Maintains knowledge in landscaping and landscape design. Maintains all landscaping associated with St. Charles Health System. Reads and interprets drawings, piping diagrams, and minor electrical schematics. Selects proper plants, shrubs, trees, ground cover and an adequate watering system to maintain proper growth of plants and lawns. Maintains familiarity with the correct safety procedures in the use of hand and power tools of the trade and wear protective clothing and safety gear when operating such tools. Documents all work orders and preventive maintenance. Completes all work orders properly and accurately. Documents preventive maintenance completely and accurately. Performs safety and periodic rounds as directed to evaluate the appearance and condition on the grounds associated with St. Charles Health System campuses. All discrepancies shall be noted and work orders generated to correct the problems. Attends departmental meetings and is an active member providing input and suggestions (i.e., problems, accomplishments, safety, etc.). Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and

confidentiality.

Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned. EDUCATION: Required:

High school diploma or GED required. Preferred:

N/A LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Required:

Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving

requirements. Preferred:

N/A EXPERIENCE: Required:

N/A Preferred:

Grounds maintenance experience

preferred. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continually (75% or more):

Standing, walking,

lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling

1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing Frequently (50%):

Sitting,

stooping/kneeling/crouching,

climbing stairs,

lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling

11-25 pounds. Occasionally (25%):

Climbing ladder/step stool, reaching overhead,

Lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling

25-50 pounds, Operation of Motor Vehicle, Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Rarely (10%):

Keyboard Operation Never (0%):

Whispered speech level Exposure to Elemental Factors Occasionally (25%):

Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP Schedule Weekly Hours: 40

Caregiver Type: Regular

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Is Exempt Position? No

Job Family: GROUNDSKEEPER

Scheduled Days of the Week: Variable

Shift Start & End Time: Varies