Groundskeeper

Position Purpose

Under the supervision of the Grounds Manager, the Groundskeeper will perform maintenance tasks for the care of landscaped areas, keeping lawns, trees, shrubs, flowerbeds, and other landscaping elements. Tend to the seasonal needs of walkways and parking lots, as well as site-specific structures like fountains, statues, seating areas, fences, and buildings.

The shift requires availability from 7am - 3:30pm. Day school students will not be considered.

Essential Duties

• Cultivate, water, and trim lawns
• Operate a power mower, power edger, tractor, and other power equipment
• Daily remove trash and debris on the property
• Maintain fertilizing schedules of trees, shrubs, and lawns
• Assist in the preparation of turf and lawn areas, general grounds, maintenance work, and in moving equipment and furniture when necessary
• Assist with snow removal
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Operate power equipment related to landscaping and gardening
• Basic methods, supplies, and tools used in cultivating and caring for grounds
• Perform general gardening and grounds work
• Operate automatic sprinkling system clocks
• Perform heavy physical labor and be able to lift and carry up to 80lbs
• Operate snow removal equipment and chainsaws in the removal of trees and shrubs
• Must be able to effectively operate Windows-based computers and navigate Microsoft Office Suite.
• Sit/Stand/Walk for extended periods

Requirements

• Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Must sign the Statement of Faith
• A high school diploma or equivalent education is required
• A Charis Bible College student or graduate is preferred
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relations with those contacted in the course of work
• Maintain a valid Driver’s license
• Must pass all required checks

Experience

* Any combination...