Laborer, Grounds Maintenance

SOAR365; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization focused on making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. This role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, maintaining beautiful landscapes while ensuring safety and quality standards. You will be part of a supportive environment that values teamwork and communication, where your efforts directly contribute to the well-being of the community. If you have a strong work ethic, enjoy working with others, and are ready to embrace the outdoors, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Come be a part of something meaningful and rewarding!

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least three years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaped areas and flower beds, including planting and watering.
• Ensure property is in inspection-ready condition at all times.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to work in inclement weather

Teamwork

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Gas-powered tools

Mowers

Job description

We are looking for a reliable individual to join our team at SOAR365. This a great opportunity for a motivated and hard-working individual that truly takes pride in their work. If you love the outdoors, have a strong work ethic, feel that you are the right one for the job and meet the qualifications, please apply today. We look forward to meeting you!

A Little about Us:

We are SOAR365! Our programs and services have always been designed for individuals and families who are coping with the daily real-world challenges of living with a disability. To that end, we've continually added more ambitious and thoughtful programs over the past 65 years. And, today our services have a profound impact on more than 1,300 people and their families.

A Day in the Life of:

As a member of our team, you will report to the Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader. You will ensure tasks are completed efficiently, safely and to quality standards. This role will be responsible for trimming and mowing of all grass as well as trimming of shrubs, hedges, and trees with appropriate tools. Your people skills will come in handy and will help you to maintain fantastic professional relationships with your fellow team members and those that we serve.

You will come to know the great people that make us who we are as a business and who keep our reputation alive. You will be a part of something great here at SOAR365 and you will enjoy what you do and with whom you do it.

Benefits and pay range:

• Competitive Pay
• We offer a range of market-competitive rewards that include paid holidays, paid time off, sick leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending account, 403(b), life insurance, wellness programs, and discounted college tuition, to name a few.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Always keep property in inspection ready condition
• Continual maintenance of landscaped areas and flower beds which includes removal of weeds, planting of flowers, application of mulch and watering of plants
• Routine policing of grounds for loose trash empty trash in all common areas, as needed
• Removal of snow/ice from sidewalks, doorways, ramps, steps, as needed
• Participate in all job-related technical and safety training and comply to safety standards and demonstrate safe work habits

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent (GED), preferred
• At least three (3) years of related experience
• Capability to work in inclement weather and extreme temperatures
• Knowledge of and ability to work with gas-powered tools and mowers
• Good oral and written communication skills for positive and clear interactions
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficiency to work as part of a team and follow directions
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds
• Capability to do repetitious bending at the waist and kneeling.

To apply for this position, a completed SOAR365 application is required.

EO/AA Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories

Drug-Free Workplace

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation when you apply for a position on our website, please contact us at [phone] and ask for human resources.

SOAR365 employees benefit from working for a rehabilitative non-profit agency that specializes in providing employment opportunities for people with disabilities.