Groundskeeper

Where You’ll Work

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers, 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Groundskeeper, you will provide essential care and meticulous attention to our outdoor spaces, ensuring a well-maintained, aesthetically pleasing, and safe environment for all visitors.

Every day you will expertly perform landscaping duties, nurture plants and turf, maintain pathways and common areas, and meticulously manage irrigation systems, contributing to a welcoming and professional outdoor presentation.

To be successful, you will demonstrate outstanding dedication to quality, strong physical endurance, and a proactive, detail-oriented demeanor, contributing to a positive first impression and serene surroundings.

• Continuously upgrade skills to stay current with technology and workplace changes.
• Proactively learn to operate new software and tools upon receipt.
• Acquire and use resources efficiently while identifying opportunities for cost containment.
• Maintain accurate records to support department operations and meet regulatory requirements.
• Effectively convey information to hospital staff and keep users updated on equipment status.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage a project from start to finish, including accurate estimating and troubleshooting.
• Perform essential grounds maintenance, including lawn care, pruning, and the safe handling of chemical fertilizers.
• Oversee campus-wide sprinkler systems and manage snow/ice removal in designated areas.
• Coordinate with other crafts and assist the Lead Technician in assigning duties to contract laborers and vendors.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School GED General Studies, upon hire or
• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire
• Prior experience in groundskeeping

Preferred

• At least two (2) years experience in Horticulture.