Groundskeeper

Christwood; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Christwood seeks a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain the campus grounds, ensuring they are well-groomed and free of hazards. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, have experience in maintenance tasks, and the ability to operate lawn care equipment. This role involves manual labor outdoors, with moderate to heavy physical effort, providing a peaceful work environment and various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance Policy

Generous Paid Time Off

Discounted employee meals

Scholarships for Education

Career growth opportunities

Peaceful and friendly work environment

Qualifications

• One year experience in plant and/or residential maintenance required.
• Ability to lift 100 pounds.
• Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, bend, and kneel for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds to ensure a presentable appearance.
• Assure walkways are clean and clear of hazards.
• Assist with maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow instructions in English

Ability to use general hand tools

Ability to operate lawn care equipment

Effective communication

Education

High school graduate or GED equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

Pressure washers

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Groundskeeper is responsible for all aspects of the grounds and the equipment used to maintain a presentable grounds appearance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assures that that the grounds are well groomed and free of trash, debris, and hazards
• Assures the walkways are clean and clear of hazards
• Trims, prunes, and shapes various trees, shrubs, and plants as directed by The Head Grounds Supervisor
• Maintains all lawns during the growing season to a height determined by The Plant Operations Director
• Maintains outside waterlines to protect from freezing
• Assists with maintenance of equipment
• Any job or task that benefits Christwood or it’s residents

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Does special projects campus wide in the offseason to maintain specific areas of the campus as directed by Head Grounds Supervisor
• Maintains outdoor signs, parking lot lines,
• Attends in-service training and education sessions as assigned
• Embodies and exhibits the Christwood’s iCARE principles in day to day operations: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English
• Communicate effectively and perform simple arithmetic
• One year experience in plant and/or residential maintenance required
• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Must be able to operate lawn care equipment
  
• Ability to use general hand tools
• Ability to use power tools such as chainsaws and pressure washers

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift 100 pounds

Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, bend, and kneel for extended periods of time (up to 90% of the workday)

Must be able to set up, climb, and ascend ladders with tools and materials required to complete tasks

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works primarily outdoors, moderate to heavy physical effort required

Exposure to the elements (heat, cold, rain, and possible snow)

Exposure to chemicals related to maintenance of lawns and shrubs.

May be exposed to communicable diseases including HIV and HBV.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance Policy

Generous Paid Time Off

Discounted employee meals

Scholarships for Education

Career growth opportunities

Peaceful and friendly work environment