Groundskeeper

Encore Healthcare Services; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Village of Schaumburg is seeking a full-time Groundskeeper to maintain the property's grounds and exterior appearance. You will manage tasks from landscaping to seasonal cleanup, ensuring the campus presents a welcoming first impression to residents and visitors.

The role requires basic tools familiarity, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to perform snow removal and light maintenance. The position emphasizes safety and reliable collaboration with the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Familiar with basic tools and groundskeeping equipment.
• Janitorial or landscaping background helpful.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass Motor Vehicle Report screening.
• Must maintain insurability under company vehicle insurance policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds and flowerbeds (mulch, weed, plant flowers, cultivate, edge, water, seasonal cleanup).
• Perform general cleaning of grounds including parking lots, curbs, entrances, and garage areas.
• Remove trash by emptying containers and transporting to disposal area.
• Trim and prune trees and shrubs.
• Ensure a safe working environment by following procedures, rules and regulations.
• Perform snow removal and salting of sidewalks and entrances; clear snow from vehicles.
• Perform light maintenance or painting as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Groundskeeping tools

Job description

Encore Village of Schaumburg is currently hiring for a full time Groundskeeper. The full time Groundskeeper will be responsible for creating the first impression for our current residents as well as prospective residents by maintaining Encore Village of Schaumburg grounds.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Maintain grounds and flowerbeds to include (mulch, weed, plant flowers, cultivate, edge, water, and perform seasonal cleanup).
• Perform general cleaning of grounds by picking up papers and trash; cleaning parking lots, curbs, underground parking garages, and all entrances to building.
• Remove trash by emptying trash containers; transporting materials to disposal area.
• Trim and prune trees and shrubs.
• Maintains safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Perform snow removal, shoveling, snow blower operation, salting sidewalks and entrances, cleaning snow from vehicles.
• Perform light maintenance/painting as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Environment and Physical Demands:

Physical Activities:

• Constantly standing, walking, talking, hearing, bending, squatting, reaching, twisting, feeling, grasping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive movement.
• Occasionally sitting, driving, climbing stairs, ladders or other climbing and balancing.

Range of Motion:

• Constantly being able to move from waist to shoulder and waist and below height.
• Occasionally being able to move from shoulder and above.

Weight Lifting Requirements:

• Being able to lift up to 100 lbs.

Vision Requirements:

• Constantly utilizing color vision (identifying and distinguishing colors), peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Environmental Exposure:

• Constantly operating a motor vehicle, hand/power tools, and other equipment.
• Occasionally being exposed to biohazard materials, chemical hazards, and body fluids/blood.
• Required to wear protective clothing, hearing protection, and respiratory protection other than surgical mask.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience:

• Familiar with basic tools and groundskeeping equipment.
• Janitorial or landscaping background helpful.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Other Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Report screening.
• Must maintain insurability under company vehicle insurance policy.

This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration, however its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant.