Grounds Equipment Operator: Versatile Maintenance Pro

FirstService Residential; Poinciana (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access

Swimming pools

Job summary

FirstService Residential in Poinciana, Florida is seeking an Equipment Operator to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the community grounds. You will operate riding mowers, trucks, and power tools to keep common areas well kept and safe.

This full-time role requires masonry and carpentry tasks as needed, training of new staff, and occasional travel for training. We offer comprehensive benefits, holidays, and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Experience using handheld tools such as weed cutter, push lawn mower, hedge trimmer, edger, leaf vacuum, blower, and others.
• Multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Previous experience in groundskeeping or related work.
• Compliance with OSHA and EPA guidelines regarding chemical storage and use.

Responsibilities

• Operate riding mowers, trucks, and trailers to maintain grounds.
• Use edgers, trimmers, blowers and power tools for grounds upkeep.
• Perform basic masonry, carpentry, painting as needed for site repairs.
• Lay sod, dig trenches, and address culvert work.
• Inspect equipment and prepare work orders.
• Assist training and act as lead worker occasionally.
• Travel between crews for short durations, support special projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Multilingual

Safety-conscious

Handheld tool operation

Experience with groundskeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn equipment operation

Truck and trailer handling

Job description

FirstService Residential in Poinciana, Florida is seeking an Equipment Operator to maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the community grounds. You will operate riding mowers, trucks, and power tools to keep common areas well kept and safe.

This full-time role requires masonry and carpentry tasks as needed, training of new staff, and occasional travel for training. We offer comprehensive benefits, holidays, and a 401k match.