Facilities Maintenance Grounds Keeper - FT

CHEER, Inc.; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company 
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Paid time off

Paid holidays

Optional dental/vision/AFLAC

Job summary

CHEER, Inc. in Georgetown, DE is seeking a full-time Facilities Maintenance Grounds Keeper to maintain the Community Center interiors and exterior areas of the apartments.

The role includes routine repairs, event setup, lawn care, snow shoveling, and daily cleaning tasks. The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent), 2 years janitorial experience, Delaware Defensive Driving Certification, ability to lift 50 pounds, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years janitorial experience required.
• Must maintain Delaware Defensive Driving Certification.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs at CHEER facilities.
• Set up and break down chairs and tables for events.
• Sweep walkways, mow lawn, and shovel snow as needed.
• Maintain grounds in clean and neat condition.
• Clean and disinfect kitchens and bathrooms; restock supplies.
• Collect debris and empty trash daily.
• Dust and polish furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Support team with other related duties as required.

Skills

High school diploma

Janitorial experience

Defensive Driving Certification

Lift 50 pounds

Oral and written communication

Safety procedures reading

Simple written correspondence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position:Facilities Maintenance Grounds Keeper - FT

Location: Georgetown, DE

Job Id:231

# of Openings:1

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE GROUNDS KEEPER

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The primary focus of this position is to clean and maintain the interior and exterior of the Community Center and the exterior of the residential apartments.

ESSENTIALDUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine maintenance jobs and repairs at the CHEER Community Center and other CHEER facilities as needed.
• Set up and break down chairs and tables for events and meetings
• Sweep walkways, mow lawn, and shovel snow as necessary.
• Maintain grounds in clean and neat condition.
• Clean, and disinfect kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances. Restock restrooms with paper supplies
• Pick up debris and empty trash containers daily
• Dust and polish the furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Contribute to team effort by performing other related duties as needed.

CONTACTS:

Primary contacts include:

• Facilities Maintenance Staff
• Clients
• Agency staff

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &ABILITIES:

Minimum requirements for this position are:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years of janitorial experience is required
• Must maintain current Delaware Defensive Driving Certification.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Must possess both oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one or small group situations to clients and other Agency employees.

REPORTING:

This position reports to the Facilities Maintenance and Transportation Services Director.

PRIMARY WORKLOCATION:Most duties and functions will be outside of the CHEER locations. Local travel to other CHEER locations is
required to support programs and activities as required in those locations.

WORK HOURS:7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with 30-minute mid-day break.Extended work hours are periodically required to support programs and activities. Must be able to work occasional evening and weekend hours.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:Full-Time, Non-Exempt (40 hrs./week)

BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY: Regular full-time eligibility includes subsidized employee health insurance and a free primary healthcare program. 403(b) R etirement Plan with company match. P aid time off (P TO ), based on hours worked and years of service. 11 paid holidays. Optional coverage available: dental, vision, AFLAC insurance, short-term disability insurance, and legal shield insurance at cost.

The Human Resources (HR) department is dedicated to supporting the organization’s most valuable asset: its people. Our team is committed to fostering a positive and productive work environment by providing comprehensive HR services, including:

• Recruitment and Staffing: Attracting, hiring, and retaining qualified and dedicated staff to meet the organization’s needs.
• Employment Relations: Promoting a harmonious workplace through effective communication, conflict resolution, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Training and Development: Offering workplace and leadership development opportunities to enhance employees’ skills and career growth.
• Benefits Administration: First line of contact regarding the organization’s benefits programs to ensure employee satisfaction and well-being.

Our goal is to create a supportive and inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to the organization’s success.

SUSSEX COUNTY’S LEADING SENIOR SERVICES PROVIDER.