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Methodist Hospitals
GROUNDS PERSON-GROUNDS SVS
full-time•Merrillville

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Merrillville

Type

full-time

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Overview

Helps to maintain grounds of hospital and offsite locations consistent with the highest standards of the hospital. Helps to maintain, repair, adjust and provide preventative maintenance for all Grounds Service equipment.

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)
  • Assists in preparation and maintenance of mulch bed areas, re-mulching as needed or directed.
  • Assists in the connection and repair of irrigation equipment, draining and bleeding every fall and complete inspection and renovation every spring.
  • Cleans grounds and removes litter daily.
  • Cleans out drainage ditches, catch basins, and culverts, as needed or directed.
  • Clears snow from walks, parking lots, entryways and driveways immediately upon any accumulation.
  • Maintains parking lots and roadways, as needed.
  • Cuts lawns, trims and edges around walkways, parking lots, and flower and shrub beds as directed.
  • Helps with minor landscaping, as directed.
  • Plants and waters grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs, as needed or directed.
  • Spreads salt and ice melting compounds on public passageways to prevent ice and snow buildup in accordance with department prioritization policy.

    • Qualifications

    JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)
      KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
    • Valid driver's license and must pass insurance investigation.
    EDUCATION
    • High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Preferred
    • Experience with professional landscape firm and/or training 2 Landscaping Required
    STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code. CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers. DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

    Other facts

    Tech stack
    Grounds Maintenance,Irrigation Repair,Landscaping,Snow Removal,Lawn Care,Planting,Preventative Maintenance,Cleaning,Drainage Maintenance,Mulching,Driving,Teamwork,Attention to Detail,Time Management,Safety Compliance,Customer Service

    About Methodist Hospitals

    Methodist Hospital has been Healing Northwest Indiana for over 100 years.

    For an entire century, our doctors, nurses, and staff have worked tirelessly to keep their neighbors well. And while we remember our past contributions to our community, Methodist Hospitals is looking to the future.

    We have invested more than $14 million in the last 10 years, and nearly $3 million in the last two years to ensure that we are on the leading edge of diagnostic imaging technologies. And while we continue to invest to better treat the injured and sick, we’re also taking the lead in meeting the overall health needs of the communities we serve. For example, Methodist is confronting food insecurity with our Nutrition Station and addressing sexual violence and exploitation at our new STAR Center.

    Methodist Hospitals doctors, nurses and staff are enthusiastically embracing these initiatives and are actively participating in efforts to improve hospital care that enable us to better serve Northwest Indiana as a truly independent health system. Recent initiatives include:

    • A new interventional radiology suite at our Southlake campus
    • New cardiac catheter labs at our Northlake and Southlake campuses
    • The addition of advanced PET-CT technology to the CareFirst Imaging Center
    • Strategic partnerships with UChicago Medicine in key services lines, such as neonatal intensive care
    • A new outpatient pharmacy at our Southlake campus
    • A partnership with IU Northwest to establish a family practice residency program

    Methodist Hospitals is improving quality, safety, employee engagement and patient experience while expanding into more Northwest Indiana communities and strengthening key service lines by attracting high quality providers and acquiring advanced technologies.

    Methodist Hospitals is fully committed to achieving our stated goal: To embark on our second century of service as a successful, independent healthcare system.

    Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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    Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
    Founding Year: 1923

    What you'll do

    • The Grounds Person is responsible for maintaining the hospital grounds and offsite locations, ensuring cleanliness and proper landscaping. This includes tasks such as lawn care, irrigation repair, snow removal, and preventative maintenance of grounds service equipment.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does a GROUNDS PERSON-GROUNDS SVS do at Methodist Hospitals?

    As a GROUNDS PERSON-GROUNDS SVS at Methodist Hospitals, you will: the Grounds Person is responsible for maintaining the hospital grounds and offsite locations, ensuring cleanliness and proper landscaping. This includes tasks such as lawn care, irrigation repair, snow removal, and preventative maintenance of grounds service equipment..

    Why join Methodist Hospitals as a GROUNDS PERSON-GROUNDS SVS?

    Methodist Hospitals is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

    Is the GROUNDS PERSON-GROUNDS SVS position at Methodist Hospitals remote?

    The GROUNDS PERSON-GROUNDS SVS position at Methodist Hospitals is based in Merrillville, Indiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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