Groundskeeper

Lifespace Communities, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifespace Communities, Inc. is seeking a Groundskeeper for Friendship Village of Bloomington in Bloomington, Minnesota. The role involves mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, and maintaining grounds, as well as managing ponds, irrigation, and related equipment.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma and at least one year of landscape maintenance experience, plus a valid driver's license and a compatible certification/license as required. Compensation is based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of landscape maintenance experience.
• Certification/license to operate or repair equipment as required.
• State driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Pay commensurate with experience.
• Starting pay determined by skills, experience and internal equity.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, edge, and weed grounds; plant, trim, prune trees and shrubs; maintain grounds and replace mulch.
• Inspect grounds daily for cleanliness; remove debris and hazards.
• Maintain community ponds, fountains and waterfalls; irrigate as needed.
• Operate and repair irrigation systems; ensure equipment is maintained and report repairs.
• Operate landscaping equipment (tractors, mowers, edger, snow blowers, power washer) safely.
• Report maintenance or repair issues and inventory shortages.
• Perform general maintenance work orders and preventive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

Groundskeeping

Irrigation systems

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

Community

Friendship Village of Bloomington

Address

8100 Highwood Drive
Bloomington, Minnesota 55438

Pay Range

$19.32-$26.56+ Hourly

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our dynamic team as our new Groundskeeper today!

A Few Details About The Role

• According to assigned schedule, mow, trim, edge, and weed grounds; plant, trim, and prune various trees, bushes, shrub, and plants; landscape grounds areas, replace mulch and spray insecticide or herbicides.


• Inspect the grounds daily for cleanliness; remove limbs, rake leaves, debris, and litter, and other hazards including those created by environmental conditions.


• Maintain the community ponds, fountains and waterfalls as dictated by community surroundings.


• Operate and repair irrigation system to meet landscaping demands.


• Operate landscaping equipment not limited to include tractors, mowers, edger, snow blowers, power washer, company vehicles and hand or power tools safely. Ensure that equipment is properly maintained and report malfunction or repair needs.


• Report other maintenance or repair issues, unsafe conditions, and inventory shortages.


• Perform general maintenance work orders and preventive maintenance assignments.

And Here’s What You Need To Apply

• High school diploma or equivalent


• A minimum of one year experience working in landscape maintenance.


• Certification, license or equivalent as required under state and/or local regulation to operate or repair certain equipment.


• A state issued driver’s license with a driving record clear of infractions as defined by current insurance mandates.


• Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.


• Pay is commensurate with experience.


• Starting pay will be determined by skills, experience, and internal equity.


• Pay determined by level of experience and position-related competencies.

Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

Company Overview

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer