Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician

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📍 Alton, Illinois, United StatesSeasonal

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Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician (Hospital Sites)

VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE + CLEAN DRIVING RECORD REQUIRED (insurable).

Element Turf & Outdoor Solutions, LLC is a fast-growing, locally owned lawn and landscape maintenance company serving commercial and residential clients. We’re hiring a dependable, self-managed Grounds Porter to support a local hospital with multiple campuses. This role is customer-facing and requires professionalism, strong communication, and consistent attendance.

Position Overview

You will be assigned to hospital properties and travel between multiple campuses during the day to handle routine grounds maintenance, detail work, and property upkeep. This is an independent role—ideal for someone who takes ownership, stays organized, and can work without constant supervision.

Schedule / Season

  • Full-time seasonal: March–December
  • Hours: Mon–Fri, 7:30am–4:00pm
  • Overtime may be required (weather/seasonal demand)

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform daily grounds “porter” duties across multiple facilities, including:
    • Trash/debris pickup, perimeter checks, and keeping entrances/walkways presentable
    • Light landscaping maintenance (weeding, edging, trimming, pruning)
    • Leaf clean-ups and seasonal detail work
    • Mulch touch-ups and seasonal flower/bed maintenance (as needed)
    • Mowing and trimming support when needed (based on site schedule)
  • Drive between campuses safely and efficiently
  • Communicate professionally with hospital contacts and Element supervisors
  • Track work completed and report issues (storm damage, hazards, irrigation leaks, etc.)
  • Operate equipment safely (string trimmer, blower, hedge trimmer, etc.); maintain basic care/cleanliness of tools

Requirements (Must Have)

  • Valid driver’s license + clean driving record (must be insurable)
  • Comfortable working independently and staying productive throughout the day
  • Reliable transportation to/from the shop (or designated reporting location)
  • Ability to read and write in English (work notes, directions, basic documentation)
  • Landscaping/grounds maintenance experience required
  • Ability to work outdoors in all conditions and lift 50 lbs regularly

Preferred (Nice to Have)

  • Illinois Pesticide Applicator License
  • Experience on commercial properties (hospitals, schools, municipal sites)
  • Strong attention to detail and customer-service mindset

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay above industry standards
  • Accrued paid time off
  • Safety and technical training
  • Bonus opportunities and advancement potential

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician position at elementturf?
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Where is the Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician position at elementturf located?
This Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician role at elementturf is based in Alton, Illinois, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician role at elementturf full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Seasonal position. It is posted as a Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician role in the Production department at elementturf.
Which team or department does the Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician at elementturf belong to?
This Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician position is part of the Production department at elementturf. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician job at elementturf posted?
This Grounds Porter / Multi-Campus Grounds Maintenance Technician position at elementturf was posted on Feb 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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