Lawn Care & Maintenance Helper

Why work for Manitou Group? 

Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. Based on a “One United Team” focus, we internationally cultivate our purpose-driven and agile work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we cultivate, build and elevate our more than 6000 employees and their diversity across more than 30 countries we operate in. There are 6 main plants with locations  in France, the USA, India, Italy and more than 30 subsidiaries all around the world.

Are you  looking for a new opportunity? Join us to be part of our continuous success.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

The primary role of the Lawn Care & Maintenance Helper is to provide maintenance support to facility operations. Must be mechanically inclined and be a self-starter with a high awareness for safety. This position can be full time year round or seasonal through November, depending on your availability.    

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform grounds maintenance activities including, but not limited to, mowing grass, trimming shrubs, weeding, trimming trees, spreading mulch and perennial maintenance.


• Responsible for the safe operation of a variety of power tools to mow and trim the lawn, trim shrubs, hedges and trees.


• Rake, mulch, and pull weeds in the landscape beds.


• Assist with the replacement of trees, shrubs, and perennials.


• Miscellaneous light maintenance work including, but not limited to, painting, dusting and sanding.


• Maintain and repair tools and mowers as needed.


• Assist supervisor with various building maintenance, such as moving furniture, cleaning shop areas, moving boxes, assembly of shelving, etc.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience with commercial lawn equipment preferred.


• Skilled at operating a Zero Turn Lawn mower (training provided if needed).


• Able to hold and operate a gas engine string trimmer for approximately 2 hours at a time.


• Able to trim shrubs using a power hedge clipper.


• Able to climb and work from a ladder.

EXPERTISE:

• Demonstrated familiarity with computers, software and 2-way radios for verbal communication.


• You should be self-motivated, detail oriented, and have the ability to work independently.

EDUCATION:

• Must be at least 18 years or older to apply. 

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift heavy loads up to 50 lbs.

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS:

• Internal : all departments


• External : third party contractors and vendors for maintenance and building security

What does MANITOU Group offer? 

• Base Pay Range between $15-$21 per hour
  
  
  
  • Actual pay determined by experience level, skills, qualifications & work location
  
  
  
  


• This position is located onsite in Madison, South Dakota


• Travel Requirements - no travel required


• In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision, a matching 401k, tuition reimbursement, volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year and so much more!


• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.


• Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status or disability status

What is MANITOU Group?

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