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Groundskeeper

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Location: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
24500 Northwest Fwy, Cypress, TX 77429

Job Ref:: 71917
Talent Area:: Support Services
Job Shift:: 1st - Day
Job Type:: Full-Time
Posted Date:: June 10, 2025

At Houston Methodist, the Groundskeeper position is responsible for providing a safe and attractive environment for patients, guests and staff by performing general ground maintenance work on the hospital campus and assigned properties. This position is responsible for inspecting interior as well as exterior landscape and identifiying problems that require corrective action in these areas. The Groundskeeper position may also provide fountain maintenance, litter clean-up, tree trimming, pressure washing and floral arranging, repotting or installation of new or replacement plants, as needed.

Requirements:

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Interacts in a positive, professional manner with patients, family and staff. Communicates clearly and professionally to promote both work efforts and problem resolution.

Promptly responds to all assignments. Communicates and documents any facility or patient related issues to management, as appropriate.

Communicates with leadership when problems arise. Informs leadership when resources are needed.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs routine and seasonal ground maintenance which may include removal of plants or identifying replacement plants to maintain aesthetically pleasing environment.

Removes leaves, trash and other debris from the property and disposes of it properly, areas include parking garages, parking lots, stairwells of parking areas, elevators as well as public entry ways within the hospital. Monitors trash receptacles on property and assigned areas and empty as appropriate.

Identifies and maintains areas, per department guidelines, that may require power washing in coordination with maintenance or environmental services i.e. building entrances, pedestrian walkways and driveways.

Performs rounding in assigned areas or location to proactively identify cleaning opportunities, which may include window cleaning, exterior or interior glass doors, polishing elevator doors and high maintenance of entry areas including door mats and restocking umbrella stations.

Cleans and maintains fountains or other areas directly related to hospital or assigned properties.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protections against exposure to potential infectious body fluids when removing and disposing of debris on hospital property and designated areas.

Follows policies, procedures, and safety rules. Corrects minor safety hazards and observes standard infection control precautions and complies with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. Utilizes signage as appropriate for patient, staff and guest safety.

Performs safety checks, maintenance checks and minor repairs on tools and equipment in assigned area.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Utilizes resources/equipment/supplies effectively and efficiently, demonstrating responsible financial stewardship.

Manages time effectively and prioritize department daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that will improve quality or service.

Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

DL - Driver License - State Licensure

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Demonstrates the ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department as appropriate

Ability to multi-task and complete work within designated time frames

Ability to accurately and efficiently perform duties with minimal supervision

Demonstrate efficient and safe use of equipment and/or chemi

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform Yes
Scrubs No
Business professional No
Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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