Grounds Keeper

Post Date

Feb 01, 2024

Location

New Orleans,
Louisiana

ZIP/Postal Code

70117
US
Jul 22, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Warehouse

Req #

DGO-679693

Pay Rate

$15k - $22k (estimate)

Job Description

Summary:

A client of Insight Global is seeking a Grounds Keeper/ Maintenance working who will be responsible maintaining grounds and lawn care needs.

Responsibilities:

· Mow, weed-eat & clear underbrush using gas-powered equipment

· Weeding, trimming, pruning, and other horticultural duties as assigned to ensure the health of plants and trees

· Basic equipment maintenance, assist in building & maintaining landscape structures, outdoor furniture, and walkways.

· Assist with the care of plants, flowers, grass, trees, and shrubs as directed (i.e. mulch garden beds, prune plants, remove dead vegetation)

· Maintain a neat appearance at Sankofa sites through regular trash pick-up and trash pulls, curb maintenance, and other duties as needed.

· Removal of aquatic vegetation either from a boat or via the use of hip waders

· Work with Facilities Specialist and Facilities & Utilities Manager on grounds and maintenance duties

Required Skills & Experience

Requirements:

* Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

* Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs

* Proficient in using lawn equipment and power tools safely

* Ability to bend, push, pull, stoop, and stand for long periods of time

* Knowledge of plants, trees, and horticulture

* Ability to work outside in various weather conditions for extended periods of time

* Ability to work in a natural environment with the potential to encounter wildlife and understand requirements of animal habitat protection

* Ability to utilize basic computer skills (Google Drive, Microsoft Office, etc.)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.