Seasonal Groundskeeper

Kendal Corporation; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a community-focused organization where you can make a difference in maintaining the grounds and buildings. This part-time role involves a variety of tasks, from landscaping to snow removal, ensuring a welcoming environment for residents. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, self-starters, and flexible in their schedules. Enjoy the satisfaction of contributing to a vibrant community while working in a supportive team atmosphere. If you have a passion for maintenance and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid New York State driver's license.
• Capable of operating all yard and maintenance hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of grounds and buildings including landscaping.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule during winter months.

Skills

Building construction repair and maintenance

Landscaping

Property maintenance

Snow removal

General equipment maintenance and repair

Basic computer/tablet knowledge

Tools

Yard and maintenance hand tools

Job description

Part-time, 24 hours/week, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. The rate of pay is $21.28 to $22.54, based on experience. Capable of operating all yard and maintenance hand tools and equipment. Must have general knowledge of building construction repair and maintenance, landscaping, property maintenance, snow removal, and general equipment maintenance and repair. Must possess a valid New York State driver's license and be able to operate company vehicles and equipment necessary to perform assigned duties. Basic computer/tablet knowledge for completing timesheets, work orders, and training. Must be able to work in all types of weather. Perform a variety of tasks involving maintenance of the grounds and buildings of the Kendal at Ithaca Community, including landscape, property maintenance, mowing, weed trimming, snow removal, drywall repair, and equipment and building maintenance. Participate in a rotating on-call schedule during winter months. Subject to flexible hours for facility needs and emergency calls; working various shifts, holidays, and weekends. Submit resume and application form. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

:

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Enthusiastic

:

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated

:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred

Functional Expert

:

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations

Required

Self-Starter

:

Inspired to perform without outside help

Work-Life Balance

:

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Flexibility

:

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Peer Recognition

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Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

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