Groundskeeper

Splendido; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Free parking or transit subsidies

Wellness Spending Account

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Splendido, a Life Plan Community in Oro Valley near Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the grounds, gardens, walkways, and outdoor spaces for residents, guests, and team members. You’ll perform seasonal cleanup, plant care, pressure washing, and debris removal, contributing to a welcoming outdoor environment.

The role supports the Building Services team and requires 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. shifts with weekend and holiday availability.

Qualifications

• Required: High school or equivalent.
• Familiar with operations and maintenance, knowledge of basic tools and grounds-keeping equipment.
• Able to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Leaf blowing and removal; maintain grounds and walkways in safe condition.
• Empty trash, recycle pickup, and maintain trash rooms.
• Arrange, clean and maintain outdoor furniture; pressure wash areas regularly.

Skills

Able to follow directions

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic tools

Grounds-keeping equipment

Job description

Help Create a Beautiful Community at Splendido

Join our team as a Groundskeeper, where you’ll play an important role in creating a welcoming, well-maintained outdoor environment for our residents, guests, and team members. From beautiful gardens and inviting entryways to clean walkways and comfortable outdoor spaces, your work will help make our community a place people are proud to call home.

You’ll take pride in maintaining our grounds through seasonal cleanup, leaf and debris removal, plant care, pressure washing, and upkeep of outdoor furniture and shared spaces. You’ll also help keep walkways safe throughout the year, including snow and ice removal when needed, while supporting our Building Services team in maintaining an exceptional community environment.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in a job well done, and want to make a visible difference every day, we’d love to have you join our team. We offer great benefits and opportunities that support your well-being and professional growth.

This full-time, hourly position offers a consistent schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with weekend and holiday availability required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Clear debris, remove trash and maintain grounds and walkways in safe condition, including:

• Leaf blowing and removal.
• Emptying the trash cans and recycling pickup, and helping to clear and maintain the trash rooms.
• Arrange, clean and maintain the condition of the outdoor furniture.
• Pressure wash areas on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Water plants as assigned.
• Clean and maintain the condition of entry ways, patio areas, outdoor lighting and other areas as assigned.
• Inspect and maintain the condition of the watering hoses.
• Remove snow and ice as required during inclement weather conditions.
• Assist Building Services team as needed and directed.
• Identifies areas for improvement, proposes possible solutions, and participates in data collection and process changes as part of the Quality Assurance Process Improvement process.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required:

• High school or equivalent
• Familiar with operations and maintenance, knowledge of basic tools and grounds-keeping equipment
• Able to follow directions

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Extended illness benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About Splendido

Splendido is a Life Plan Community for those age 55 and better. Thanks to our creative and dedicated team members, we offer residents new possibilities each day—along with resort amenities, numerous options for healthy lifestyles, and a breathtaking location in Oro Valley, Arizona. Splendido includes 293 Terrace and Villa Homes, as well as assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, an art studio, a putting green, and more.

Splendido is located at 13500 Rancho Vistoso Boulevard in Tucson.

About Mather

Mather is one of two parent organizations of Splendido. Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well SM , we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work ® , and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Mather is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation of a disability in order to participate in the hiring process should notify Human Resources.