Caretaker/Groundsworker - CE Scheme - Freshford Area CE Scheme

Freshford Area CE Scheme; Urlingford; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused facility is seeking a caretaker/groundskeeper to maintain the building and grounds, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. Responsibilities include minor repairs, cleaning, groundskeeping, and supporting events. This is a developmental opportunity with no experience necessary, as accredited training will be provided.

Benefits

Accredited training provided

Qualifications

• No experience necessary but must be reliable and trustworthy.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Clean and sanitize common areas to ensure health and safety.
• Maintain outdoor areas such as lawns and gardens.
• Ensure security and safety of the facility.
• Support event setup, moving furniture and equipment as needed.

Job description

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

Caretaker/Groundskeeper for The Mill Family Resource Center plays a vital role in ensuring the center is safe, welcoming, and well-maintained for families and community members. The role often combines building maintenance, security, and groundskeeping duties, tailored to the unique needs of a community-focused facility.

Primary Role

The caretaker/groundskeeper is responsible for the overall upkeep of the building and surrounding grounds, ensuring that the Family Resource Center provides a clean, safe, and functional environment for families, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

1. Building Maintenance: Perform minor repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry). Monitor and report any major maintenance issues to management. Maintain lighting, and other facility systems. Ensure all rooms and common areas are safe and functional.
2. Cleaning and Sanitization: Clean common areas (lobby, meeting rooms, restrooms). Sanitize high-touch surfaces daily to ensure health and safety. Manage waste disposal and recycling.
3. Groundskeeping: Maintain outdoor areas (lawns, gardens, parking lots, walkways). Remove snow, ice, or debris for safe access. Inspect and maintain outdoor lighting and signage.
4. Security and Safety: Open and close the facility as per schedule. Ensure doors, windows, and gates are secured. Conduct safety checks (fire extinguishers, alarms). Report any safety hazards or suspicious activity.
5. Support for Events and Programs: Set up and rearrange rooms for events, workshops, and activities. Move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed. Assist staff with technical or logistical setup when required.