LEW Grounds Keeper - Maintenance

Part-Time Grounds Keeper – Maintenance Department

General Summary:

At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role - Part-Time Grounds Keeper Rate is $22.00 (Break in rates and $0.75 cents differential pay from 6PM - 5:59AM applies). The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and aesthetic appearance of the exterior grounds of the facility. This role ensures that all outdoor areas are well-kept, functional, and compliant with safety and environmental standards.

Job Description:

• Mow lawns, trim hedges, prune trees, and maintain flower beds.
• Remove weeds, debris, and litter from walkways, parking lots, and green spaces.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides as needed.
• Sweep walkways and gutters around entire building, including walkway to the parking lot.
• Monitor, operate, and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper watering schedules.
• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation lines, valves, and timers.
• Adjust systems seasonally and in response to weather conditions.
• Maintain and repair outdoor fixtures such as fences, gates, benches, and signage.
• Inspect and clean drainage systems to prevent blockages and flooding.
• Pick up trash in all exterior areas around the plant including railroad tracks, fence lines, contractor lot, and parking lot.
• Wash down the outside patio of the break room and employee entrance.
• Dump all the trash outside.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and tractors.
• Perform routine maintenance on groundskeeping tools and machinery.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Report hazards, damage, or suspicious activity to the Facilities Supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and waste disposal regulations.
• Assist with the setting up and teardown for outdoor company events or maintenance projects.
• Coordinate with maintenance and janitorial teams for integrated facility care.
• Collect recycling inside of plant daily and take it to the recycling center weekly.
• Assist with organizing the Parts Room West with scrapping of material with the direction of the Supervisor.
• Adhere to all Company and regulatory GMPs.
• Other duties as assigned, to support the Maintenance Department.

Minimum Requirements:

• 1–2 years of experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of horticulture, irrigation systems, and pest control.
• Ability to operate and maintain landscaping equipment safely.
• Basic mechanical and repair skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to work independently and in varied weather conditions.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to repeatedly lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
• Ability to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairs.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practices.

Working Relationships: 

• The Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Position requires working in outdoor settings.
• Fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Physical stamina to lift, bend, and perform manual labor for extended periods.

Offering You In Return:

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, nine paid holidays, sick time, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.