Groundskeeper (Full-Time/ Weekends)

FirstService Residential; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k with company match

Job summary

FirstService Residential in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a Groundskeeper and pool attendant to oversee the pool area, manage safety announcements, and maintain poolside equipment and the building's appearance. You will operate lawn equipment, perform cleaning tasks, assist with setup for poolside events, and report incidents to the manager.

The role requires OSHA/EPA compliance, strong customer service, and the ability to work Sunday through Thursday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Experience using handheld tools for lawn care (weed cutter, mower, trimmer, edger, blower).
• OSHA/EPA guidelines knowledge required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways and markers.
• Clears debris and maintains drives and walkways in safe condition.
• Oversees pool area and makes safety announcements.
• Assists with setup and breakdown for poolside activities.
• Reports incidents to the manager.
• Maintains, services, cleans and stores equipment.
• Ensures pool equipment is in order for guest use.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

Handheld tools

Bilingual optional

Customer service

OSHA/EPA compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Weed cutter

Push lawn mower

Hedge trimmer

Edger

Leaf vacuum

Blower

Job description

Description

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pay: $20/hr

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm (Fri & Sat OFF)

Job Overview

As a Groundskeeper & pool attendant you'll be responsible for overseeing the pool area, making safety announcements and maintaining an inventory of all poolside equipment to be always available for guest use and for maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the building/facility.

Your Responsibilities

• Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways and markers.
• Clears debris and maintains drives and walkways in safe condition.
• May be required to assist in the loading and unloading of supplies, equipment and/or merchandise.
• Maintains, services, cleans and properly stores equipment.
• Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this
• Oversees pool area (adult/children) and makes safety announcements.
• Assists with set up and breakdown for poolside activities as needed.
• Must be able to submit and report incidents to the appropriate manager.
• Must be service oriented.
• Picks up debris from the pool and possesses basic cleaning skills.
• Checks sports equipment to make sure it is in order for guest to use.
• Reports broken sports equipment to the manager so that replacement equipment can be ordered.
• equipment.

Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Must have experience using handheld tools such as weed cutter, push lawn mower, hedge trimmer, edger, leaf vacuum, blower and others.
• Multiple language fluency is desirable.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Must comply with OSHA and EPA guidelines concerning storage and use of chemical substances.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs following appropriate safety procedures
• Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time
• Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 3ft)
• Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain)
• Walk and climb stairs
• Handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment
• Reach with hands and arms
• Ability to quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions
• Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers

What We Offer

As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, and Vision. In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may be required to attend training and other company functions.

Disclaimer

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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