MPI Exeter - Groundskeeper

What We Live By...

The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920. Today It encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety and Trust. All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values, and behaviors. Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question, "What does this mean for me?" This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence of a living principle. Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.

Who We Are...

McWane Plant & Industrial in Exeter, CA is a recognized leader in water control products for water treatment, wastewater, high-volume agricultural and rural surface water delivery, hydro-power, and flood control management. We are a leading provider of water control gates, valves, automated controls and accessories to these markets and key customers such as government agencies (water districts, utilities, flood control districts) and agricultural water users (growers, cooperatives).

McWane Plant & Industrial, Exeter, has one of the industry's largest manufacturing operations where we fabricate, machine, and test our water control products based out of Exeter, California. Led by managers trained in the latest quality systems, we carefully monitor all of our processes to ensure quality at each step of design and construction.

In 2018, Waterman was acquired by McWane, Inc. At the McWane Family of Companies, we are the leader in delivering clean, safe drinking water around the world while focusing on the safe, environmentally friendly manufacturing of our products. McWane, Inc. employs more than 6,000 team members and has a longstanding commitment of support to the communities where we live and work.

The Groundskeeper-General Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance, care, and modification of the Company grounds and landscapes which includes the operation of electrically-powered and gasoline-powered groundskeeping equipment, tractor and machines, and the use of small hand and power tools or equipment in planting, cultivating, and trimming grounds and landscaping. The Groundskeeper also performs maintenance on groundskeeping equipment and tools and makes minor repairs (within demonstrated capability) as directed. The Groundskeeper/General Maintenance Worker changes light bulbs, paints, and equipment, makes minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs, transports materials and equipment as needed, provides custodial services, etc.

Essential Functions List of significant/essential duties, tasks and/or responsibilities required of this position.

• Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes by seeding, watering, mulching, lawns and turf, as well cuttings used in transplanting; inspecting plant materials for insects, disease, physical and mechanical damage and identifying replacements; transplanting, pruning, trimming, and cultivating trees, shrubs, ground cover, and flowers; and storing and caring for bulbs and cuttings in the winter season.
• Performs facility-wide general maintenance and repairs.
• Forklift experience with a forklift license or able to obtain one.
• Removes unsightly trash and debris by regularly inspecting grounds, drains, etc. raking, sweeping and bagging leaves, debris, dirt and trash from streets, sidewalks, and transporting trash to designated central collection points daily.
• Operating tractors or mowers with blades, operates light vehicles such as pick-up trucks, and portable power tools.
• Ensures that grounds maintenance equipment and building maintenance equipment are operational by performing routing and preventative maintenance and cleaning of tools, equipment and machines within reasonable capabilities.
• Follow all safety and working rules.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
• Excellent regular full-time attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with McWane's Company's Code of Conduct and Ethics policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Professional conduct at all times when acting on behalf of McWane Plant & Industrial, Exeter.
• Strict adherence to McWane's Code of Conduct and Ethics policy.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement strategic process improvements.
• Must possess an excellent multi-faceted functional knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in planting, cultivating, and trimming a variety of types of trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers and grasses has been gained.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize while resolving unplanned issues and continuing to execute a plan for overall departmental improvement.
• Strong ability to think critically and make effective decisions in high-pressure environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact, and discretion.
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups.
• Attention to detail
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must be able to develop and maintain positive, professional relationships at all levels of the organization

This is a regular full-time position, with day shift hours Monday through Friday and as needed. $19.64 - $20.74

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. McWane Plant & Industrial. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. It is the Company's policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other legally protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.