Pool & Grounds Maintenance (Full-Time/ Weekends)

FirstService Residential; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Travel for training

Job summary

FirstService Residential in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the property's exterior and common areas. You will cut grass, trim around trees and walkways, clear debris, and ensure safe drives and entrances while following safety procedures and OSHA/EPA guidelines.

This full-time exempt position includes medical, dental and vision plans, paid holidays, a 401(k) with company match, and occasional training travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Experience using handheld tools (weed cutter, lawn mower, hedge trimmer, edger, leaf blower).
• Multilingual abilities are desirable.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Must comply with OSHA and EPA guidelines on chemical storage/use.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways and markers.
• Clears debris and maintains drives and walkways in safe condition.
• May assist in loading/unloading of supplies and equipment.
• Maintains, services, cleans and stores equipment properly.
• Ability to safely use new equipment and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Handheld tools

Multi-language

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

OSHA/EPA compliance

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Pay: $18/hr - $20/hr

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

Job Overview

As a Groundskeeper, you'll be responsible 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 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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