Temporary Grounds Technician - CrossPointe

The Foursquare Church; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Christiansburg, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated grounds maintenance professional. This role involves maintaining and improving the grounds of various properties, including tasks such as trimming lawns, managing gardens, and performing seasonal duties. Applicants should have at least 4 years of grounds keeping experience and possess excellent communication skills. A growth mindset and proficiency in Office 365 are essential. The position emphasizes teamwork and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of grounds keeping and maintenance experience.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet project deadlines.
• Demonstrates humility and a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Trim and fertilize lawns, shrubs, and trees regularly.
• Maintain the comprehensive care of the CrossPointe Waterfall Gardens.
• Provide regular maintenance to lawn care equipment and vehicles.
• Assist in winter snow and ice removal from roads and walkways.

Skills

Grounds keeping and maintenance experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational abilities

Adaptability

Office 365 proficiency

Job description

SUMMARY OF ROLE

This position is responsible for inspecting, maintaining and improving the grounds of all CrossPointe owned properties.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Trim and fertilize lawns, shrubs, and trees regularly
• Maintain the comprehensive care of the CrossPointe Waterfall Gardens
• Provide regular maintenance to all of our lawn care equipment and vehicles
• Assist in winter snow and ice removal from roads and walkways
• Apply pesticides and weed control as needed
• Assist in the campus recycling program
• Maintain trash bins, lawns, walks and mulching areas
• Other duties and projects as assigned by team leader

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES

• Demonstrates humility and a growth mindset with an attitude of servant-leadership; placing serving over being served and collaboration over individualization
• A commitment to The Foursquare “one-team” growth culture
• At least 4 years of grounds keeping and maintenance experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, clear communicator
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Organized, self-starter with a positive attitude
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task, create timelines and meet project deadlines; attention to detail
• Adaptable and able to learn quickly
• Experienced with Office 365

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the ability to sit for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity of fingers, hands and wrists; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the phone; have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those assigned to this position. Job descriptions are not exhaustive and the job holder may be required to undertake duties which are broadly in line with the above responsibilities. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.