Grounds Maintenance Specialist

Housing-Authority-of-New-Orlean; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Specialist in New Orleans, LA to help keep its properties clean, safe, and well-maintained for residents.

You will mow, trim, weed, haul debris, operate a range of lawn and maintenance equipment, and assist with unit prepping and trash removal under the Maintenance Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with ability to obtain Class D endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Perform lawn and landscaping tasks including mowing, trimming, weeding, edging, and debris disposal.
• Operate gas-powered tools and a variety of maintenance equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of grounds, parking areas, sidewalks and common areas.
• Assist with unit preparation, trash outs, and basic building upkeep.
• Load, unload, and organize materials and inventory for daily tasks.
• Report property conditions to supervisor on a daily basis.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Driving

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Full-time Regular New Orleans, LA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1139

Salary Range: $30,800.00 To $36,900.00 Annually

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Grounds Maintenance Specialist assist with ensuring HANO’s properties are clean and safe for residents. The Ground Maintenance Specialist responsibilities include maintaining the professional appearance of the grounds, removal of debris, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned

• Performs lawn and landscaping care including but not limited to mowing, trimming hedges, weeding, edging, and raking and disposing of leaves.
• Performs grounds maintenance using a variety of gas-powered tools, including but not limited to trimmer/weed eaters, chain saws, straight shaft edgers, and other equipment as required.
• Performs grounds maintenance with a variety of equipment including, but not limited to self-propelled mowers, sit-down and stand-up riding mowers, tractors, and bush hogs.
• Maintains grounds, parking areas, and sidewalks by removing and disposing of trash and debris ensuring the areas are clean and safe.
• Maintains the lot, remove tires and debris disposal, securing of structures, grading, moving/hauling heavy items, repairing fencing and structures, and maintaining the interior and exterior of HANO’s Central Maintenance Division warehouse (CMD).
• Assists with unit set out and trash outs of court eviction proceedings or as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Assists Maintenance Mechanics with completion of work orders and make ready duties as needed.
• Performs light building maintenance, including but not limited to replacing light bulbs, changing smoke detectors, replacing doorknobs, and painting.
• Performs general cleaning duties as part of a daily routine to all common and public areas, including, but not limited to, the community room, lobbies, and hallways.
• Assist in the preparation of vacant units, including cleaning the unit and appliances and the removal of trash.
• Empties trash and garbage containers throughout the building and the property daily.
• Responsible for ensuring items outside the dumpster are placed in the dumpster.
• Performs general custodial duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and waxing flooring utilizing various types of equipment.
• Operates a variety of oversized vehicles, including towing trailers.
• May be required to act in a team lead capacity, including but not limited to ensuring that equipment and tools are properly utilized and maintained by team members, and ensuring task completion of day-to-day functions.
• Organizes necessary materials, tools, and equipment for completing daily and special tasks.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Keeps an inventory of all janitorial supplies and equipment belonging to the property.
• Reports property conditions to Maintenance Supervisor on a daily basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Working knowledge of general grounds maintenance practices. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain a Class D endorsement and must meet the requirements to be an authorized driver of HANO’s fleet vehicles.

EEO POLICY STATEMENT

The Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.