Grounds Maintenance Worker Employment Type: Full-time Location: San Francisco National Cemetery, Presidio of San Francisco, CA
Start Date: Immediately
Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Rate of Pay: $23.18/hour + $5.09/hour Health and Welfare Pay* *Health & Welfare Pay is offered in lieu of health insurance. If an employee enrolls in a company-offered health insurance plan, they will not be eligible for the additional H&W pay. Benefits: - Medical Insurance
- 401(k) – non-match
- Paid vacation after one year of service
- Paid sick leave per federal guidelines
- Weekends & Paid Federal Holidays off
- Employee Development Training Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Public transportation allowance of up to $84.00 per month.
Position Summary:
TSG is seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join our Landscaping/Grounds Maintenance team. In this role, you will help maintain, enhance, and preserve the beauty of the San Francisco National Cemetery. Your work will play a vital role in ensuring the cemetery remains a place of honor, dignity, and tranquility for Veterans, their families, and all visitors.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, keen attention to detail, and comprehensive knowledge of landscaping and grounds maintenance practices. Successful candidates will demonstrate professionalism, respect, and sensitivity while performing their duties, ensuring the cemetery grounds are maintained to the highest standards and that all visitors are treated with courtesy and compassion in this solemn setting. Key Responsibilities: - Perform routine landscaping and grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, and planting
- Maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, and flower beds to ensure a well-kept and uniform appearance
- Apply horticultural best practices for soil care, irrigation, pruning, and seasonal upkeep
- Remove debris, litter, and fallen leaves to preserve cleanliness and safety
- Assist with burial and interment ceremonies, gravesite preparation, and restoration as needed, and support other cemetery operations as assigned
- Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools safely and effectively
- Monitor grounds for signs of damage, disease, or safety concerns and report issues promptly
- Maintain clean and orderly pathways, roads, and common areas
- Perform basic equipment inspections, cleaning, and maintenance
- Assist with seasonal landscaping tasks, including planting, pruning, and leaf removal
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies
- Interact respectfully with visitors, families, and coworkers
- Uphold the respectful and solemn atmosphere of the cemetery at all times
Qualifications: - Prior experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or horticulture preferred
- Knowledge of landscaping techniques, plant care, and equipment operation
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions
- Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Respectful demeanor and understanding of the sensitive nature of cemetery work
Requirements: - Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- Background Check
Work Environment: This position is based outdoors at a historic and active national cemetery. Work involves physical labor, exposure to varying weather conditions, and the use of landscaping equipment.
Physical Requirements:
Able to perform physically demanding outdoor landscaping work, including lifting up to 50 lbs. (with assistance for heavier loads), and tasks such as planting, digging, grading, and sod installation. Requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and working on uneven terrain. Must safely operate and maintain landscaping equipment. Work is year-round in varying weather conditions, with exposure to dust, pollen, insects, and noise. Requires good vision, hearing, and the ability to assist with maintaining landscaped and memorial areas. Equal Opportunity Employer:
TSG is an equal opportunity employer
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