Outdoor Groundskeeper with Flexible Schedule

St. John's Living; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John’s Living is seeking a Groundskeeper to assist the grounds crew at St. John’s Meadows and Brickstone. You will learn to operate lawn and snow/ice control equipment, work with others, and deliver friendly service to residents and visitors.

The role requires reliability, good communication, and flexibility in scheduling, with responsibilities spanning landscape care, vehicle and tool maintenance, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; possess a valid NYS driver’s license.
• Must be dependable and self-motivated to accomplish tasks without constant supervision.
• Must be able to interact with residents, visitors and staff in a positive and courteous manner.
• Fluent in the English Language.
• Meet and maintain St. John’s vehicle driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Care and upkeep of the lawns and landscaping.
• Care and upkeep of the roads, parking areas and sidewalks including snow removal and ice control.
• Empty outdoor trash containers and keep trash and other debris picked up around the grounds.
• Maintain all tools, equipment and vehicles in proper condition.
• Regular scheduled fleet maintenance on all vehicles.
• Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Perform specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
• Interacts with all staff in a manner that is respectful and collaborative.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, positivity, with a team-oriented approach that is focused on exceptional customer service.

Skills

Fluent in English

Dependable and self-motivated

Customer service

Willing to learn equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn and snow removal equipment

NY driver’s license

Job description

St. John’s Living is seeking a Groundskeeper to assist the grounds crew at St. John’s Meadows and Brickstone. You will learn to operate lawn and snow/ice control equipment, work with others, and deliver friendly service to residents and visitors.

The role requires reliability, good communication, and flexibility in scheduling, with responsibilities spanning landscape care, vehicle and tool maintenance, and adherence to safety standards.