Seasonal On-Call Groundskeeper

The expected hiring range for this position is:

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance or sponsorship assistance. 

About the Role: 
Fermilab’ Infrastructure Services Division seeks Seasonal On-Call Groundskeeper to join the Grounds Maintenance Group in the Roads & Grounds Department. Under direct supervision, you will perform tasks to maintain Fermilab site roads, grounds, and related facilities.

What your day-to-day as a Seasonal On-Call Groundskeeper at Fermilab will look like:

• Performs landscape maintenance activities including, trimming, pruning, and snow removal.
• Maintains and cleans the underground stormwater drainage systems, Perform heavy physical labor.
• May be required to work mandatory overtime. No guaranteed minimum hours.  May be required to work any time between the hours of 4am and 10pm.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Must be 18 years of age with a valid state issued driver’s license
• Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2 or more years of groundskeeping experience

Applicable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Previous experience in landscape construction and maintenance, or heavy equipment operations and maintenance, is desirable.
• Previous experience in snow removal operations; Must be available to respond promptly to snow removal at all hours.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office).
• Ability to work independently and harmoniously in a group setting.
• Ability to abide by all environment, safety and health regulations.
• Willingness to respect, understand and value individual differences that embody laboratory principles of diversity and inclusion.

Physical Activity and Work Conditions
Human Factors: Heavy Lifting, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Vibrating Equipment, Work Outdoors

Chemical Factors: Combustion Engines, Physical Factors: Environment (Cold/Hot/Wet/Dry), High Noise Level
Personal Protection Equipment: Protection (Eye/Face/Foot/Hand/Hearing)
Biological Factors: Animals, Insects, Poisonous Plants

Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final. 

• Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits 
• Onsite day care
   

Why Fermilab: 
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening  

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

HSPD-12

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

Foreign Government Sponsored Activities

Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab's Office of General Counsel.

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Equal Opportunity Statement   

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.