Job Description

We are looking for an energetic grounds keeper to keep our institution's grounds functionally and aesthetically sound. The grounds keeper will maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, stair paths, retaining walls and turf. The grounds keeper will employ organic insecticides, organic sprays, organic fertilizers and mulches to optimize condition of greenery. You will keep grounds free from trash, litter, debris, weeds, plant diseases and harmful insects. You will maintain equipment and supplies, and order as needed. To be successful in this role you need to ensure grounds are pleasant—both visually and operatively—at all times, while maintaining equipment. Top candidates are hard-working, meticulous and patient.

Summary of essential job functions.

Essential Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responsibility

• Maintaining site landscaping.
• Maintaining lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, turf, and irrigation.
• Fertilizing lawn, trees, flowers and shrubs, and spreading mulch.
• Trimming trees, hedges, and shrubs, and preventing and eliminating weeds.
• Operating and maintaining hand tools, such as loppers, saws and shovels efficiently.
• Operating and maintaining trucks and power tools.
• Utilizing organic insecticides, fertilizers, and chemical sprays to treat diseases.
• Keeping grounds free from trash, litter, and debris, and emptying trash receptacles.
• Conducting basic irrigation audits and performing basic irrigation repairs.
• Removing snow by using a shovel or snow blower.
• Ensure that year maintenance of property is handled

Minimum Requirements

Our ideal candidate will think out of the box, be proactive and take the initiative, have the ability to make quick decisions and work independently, and enjoy a challenge!

• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
• 1+ years of grounds keeping or related experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficient in using manual and power tools safely.
• Free from allergies that interfere with Grounds keeper duties.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Available to work overtime.
• Proficient with sending emails.
• Physically agile and dexterous.

Benefits

We offer an environment that encourages continuous learning and improvement, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including: 401(k), health insurance, personal time off, dental plan, vision plan, EAP plan, and wellness plan.