Groundskeeper I

Description

Texas Biomed is searching for a Groundskeeper I to support our Facilities team. This position performs roads and grounds maintenance including grass cutting, weed-whacking, edging and mulching, minor asphalt and road repairs, and other groundskeeper activities that enhance our campus.

The Role:

• Operates roads/grounds equipment such as tractor with shredder, walk behind mowers, weed eaters, and backhoe.
• Mixes and sprays or spreads fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
• Performs tree trimming, shrub pruning, collecting and disposal of broken tree limbs and mulching planter beds.
• Maintains and repairs tools, equipment and structures such as buildings and fences using hand and power tools.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• High school diploma/GED.
• Must have valid driver’s license and meet Texas Biomed driving standards.
• Requires two or more years of job specific experience. Experience operating a variety of power tools, hand tools, tractors/shredders, backhoes, weed-eaters, and walk-behind mowers.
• Prefer capability in carpentry, basic mechanical, electrical, and plumbing maintenance and repair.

OTHER:

This position operates on a rotating 10 hour/4-day work schedule. Working hours are 7am to 6pm with 3-day weekends. Occasional weekend work, holidays and overtime will be required.

Who We Are: 

Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease! 

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health.

Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine: 

• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally-designated National Primate Research Center 
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval 

What We Can Offer You:

• Recognized as one of the San Antonio Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2025.
• Awarded the 2024 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition by the San Antonio Business Group on Health (SABGH).
• Employee-centered culture focused on open communication, job empowerment, and trust.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for you and your family (including your pets!).
• Competitive employer-funded retirement plan with 7% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
• Generous paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess (last week of December until New Year’s).
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and paid prescription drug resources to support your health.
• On-site gym and wellness programs to help you stay active.
• Flexible work arrangements designed to support work-life balance.
• We offer a relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.
• Dynamic learning environment with professional development, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs to help you grow.

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity! Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.