Groundskeeper

Arbolsantarosa; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Hills in Ames, IA is seeking a hospitality-minded Groundskeeper to join our growing team. The Groundskeeper is responsible for landscape maintenance and repairs of a broad scope to our 30+ acres, ensuring inviting, safe outdoor spaces for residents and guests.

You will perform mowing, edging, trimming, snow/ice removal during winter, operate equipment, and follow written and oral instructions while maintaining confidentiality and passing background checks.

Qualifications

• Can follow written and oral instructions.
• Able to read, write, and perform simple math.
• Use your judgement to follow instructions and operating procedures.
• Can perform moderate physical effort involving heavy lifting on occasion.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Can pass a motor vehicle register check, pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assists with turf maintenance (mowing, edging, and trimming) including cultivation and care of shrubs, trees, and flowers.
• Assists during winter months with snow/ice removal to ensure safety (on-call & varied hours).
• Ensure grounds and walkways are well-groomed and free of debris and hazards.
• Operate a variety of equipment with and without attachments (tillers, hole diggers, snow plows).

Skills

Follow instructions

Reading & Writing

Math basics

Judgement & procedures

Confidentiality

Background check readiness

Job description

Job Classification: Full-Time

Salary Expectations: $18.50/hour

When you work at Green Hills, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

Green Hills is actively looking for a hospitality-minded Groundskeeper, to join our growing team! The Groundskeeper is responsible for landscape maintenance and repairs of a broad scope to our 30+ acres.

YOU ARE EXCITED ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY BECAUSE YOU WILL…

• Assists with turf maintenance (mowing, edging, and trimming) including the cultivation and care of shrubs, trees, and flowers.
• Assists, during winter months, with snow/ice removal efforts to ensure safety. This requires being on-call & working varied hours as needed to keep the campus grounds maintained.
• Assure the grounds and walkways are well-groomed and free of trash, debris, and hazards.
• Operate a variety of equipment with and without attachments, including tillers, hole diggers, and snow plows.

WE ARE EXCITED ABOUT YOU BECAUSE YOU…

• Can follow written and oral instructions.
• Are able to read, write, and perform simple math.
• Use your judgement to follow instructions and operating procedures.
• Can perform moderate physical effort involving heavy lifting on occasional benefits.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Can pass a motor vehicle register check, pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

WE VALUE OUR EMPLOYEES AND SHOW APPRECIATION THROUGH…

• Scholarships and Educational Assistance Programs, because we value the development of our team members and promoting from within.
• Extraordinary Reward Points, because we value recognizing and appreciating our employees for their hard work.
• Our comprehensive benefits, because we value health and wellness for you and your family.
• Various employee-led committees, because we value employee engagement and making your voice heard.
• Uniform Allowances, because we value the work you do every day and want to help equip you to do your job to your best ability.
• A free and confidential Employee Assistance Program, because we understand that life happens.

If you have any questions about this job posting, please call us at [phone] or email us at [e-mail].

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