Groundskeeper Lead

Overview:

Shift: Full-time; Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, for 64 hours per pay period

 

Lead the Team That Keeps Our Hospital Looking Its Best! 

 

We’re looking for a Groundskeeper Lead to help create a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for our patients, visitors, and staff.

 

As a Groundskeeper Lead, you’ll oversee daily grounds maintenance, support your team, and take pride in keeping our hospital campus clean, safe, and inviting—through every season.

Why UnityPoint Health?:

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate daily groundskeeping activities and staff
• Maintain lawns, landscaping, sidewalks, parking areas, and outdoor spaces
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment and tools
• Perform seasonal tasks including snow and ice removal
• Identify and address safety or maintenance concerns
• Help ensure our campus reflects the quality of care we provide

Qualifications:

Education: 

• High school diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• At least one year of prior experience maintaining grounds for a facility required.
• Ability to use tools and equipment related to associated tasks such as hand tools, skid steer, lawn equipment, snow blower, snow plow, etc. 

Certification/License: 

• Valid Driver License