Groundskeeper

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Grounds Maintenance Specialist is responsible for the overall grounds maintenance of the Campus.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Assists in all operations of the Grounds Department including maintaining of all lawns, trees, gardens, shrubbery, plants and ponds.
• Maintains all parking areas.
• Installs and maintains exterior signs.
• Maintains boundary fencing.
• Able to use and maintain all associated equipment and machinery.
• Assists residents with gardening.
• Cleans all exterior windows and doors.
• Removes snow and ice from roads and walks.
• Caring for interior foliage plants.
• Exterior trash removal.
• Replaces exterior and parking deck lights.
• Assists Maintenance team as needed.
• Maintains irrigation systems.
• Attendance is essential to this job. Must also maintain dependability and punctuality as outlined in Attendance policy.

Full-time, hourly position.

Pay Rate: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount at bistro
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

QUALIFCATIONS:

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.

Strong horticultural background preferred. Ability to implement and initiate necessary plans to ensure proper maintenance of grounds. Basic computer knowledge and experience.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Associates degree in Horticulture or Landscaping preferred. High school diploma or GED required. Three years' experience in grounds maintenance.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Walking, standing, pushing, stooping, bending, stretching, and lifting of heavy loads. May be required to apply chemicals to landscape.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be exposed to occasional unsanitary conditions, unpleasant odors, and hazardous (concentrated chemicals).