About this role
Amentum is seeking a seasonal/ temporary position of Groundskeeper/ Landscaper to support our team of multi-skilled technicians in an office facility in Moline, IL.
Typical working hours are 1st shift, 6:00am – 2:30pm; hours and days worked may vary based on business demand.
Pay for this position is $18 per hour and will last until October.
The Groundskeeper/ Landscaper is responsible for maintaining and improving site grounds. Assigned work such as mowing, trimming, leaf removal, etc. may fluctuate by season.
Essential Functions:
Maintains and improves facility grounds.
Utilize planned designs to determine landscaping needs.
Performs tasks such as planting, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, raking, etc.
Operate various types of equipment including power mowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, sprayers, etc.
Operates trucks and tractors and attachments used to maintain grounds as needed.
Clean and upkeep sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, etc.
Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on lawn equipment and tools.
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager.
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent experience in landscaping
Must be able to pass a pre-deployment substance abuse test.
Valid driver’s license is required.
Previous experience in grounds keeping/horticulture preferred.
Working knowledge of grounds keeping principals and power landscape equipment.
Must be able to adhere to safety procedures to do physical risks.
Physical Requirements:
Requires frequent lifting, moving, carrying, pushing, pulling of over 50 lbs.
Requires frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
Work involves exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures.
Compensation Details:
18.00
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
07/08/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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