CATE SCHOOL:

Position Description

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Position: Groundskeeper/Porter

Reports To: Director of Facilities and Master Planning, Jules Nau

Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time 12 months

Interested candidates should send a CV and two letters of reference to Jules Nau, Director of Facilities and Master Planning, Jules Nau, jules_nau@cate.org.

Overview

For over a century, Cate School has been blending together the tradition of the East Coast with the innovation of the West Coast in the service of a dynamic, diverse, and close-knit community. A four-year college preparatory school with a low student-to-faculty ratio, small class sizes, and inviting residential spaces, Cate’s inquiry-based program is designed to challenge, inspire, and support boarding and day students whose interests, abilities, characters, and aspirations make them individually and collectively exceptional.

Join a professional community that is celebrated for its transformational pedagogy that fosters curiosity. Here, our faculty thrives within a dynamic culture driven by an unwavering dedication to the greatest growth possible, a spirit of innovation and progress, and a core of care and support for each member of this community.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Curb Appeal-by definition

• Maintain the outside appearance of the apartment community, including buildings, landscaping, trash areas, and parking lots.

Daily cleaning of common grounds:

• Clean debris from the grounds and all common areas daily. Debris which is to be disposed of includes,but is not limited to, trash, cigarette butts, pet waste, leaves along curbing and other unsightly items that will distract from the appearance of the flower beds, sidewalks, grass areas, parking lots, breezeways and dumpster enclosures.
• Keep the street and parking lot curbing free of debris.
• Hose out dumpster and keep area clean and free of debris.
• Keep common area light globes clean and free of debris.
• Keep pool decking and furniture hosed down as needed (based on seasonal conditions).
• Arrange pool furniture daily in a neat and organized manner.
• Trash receptacles to be emptied a minimum of once daily.
• Sidewalks, stairways and breezeways to be swept and kept free of debris.
• Landscaped areas to be kept free of debris.
• Daily upkeep of amenity spaces including but not limited to playgrounds, basketball/sports courts, tennis courts, etc.

Maintenance of Common Grounds

• Painted curbing should always appear freshly painted
• Parking lot should appear freshly striped
• Bumper blocks are to be in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Pool and stairway fencing to be painted when needed.
• Dumpsters to be maintained in operable condition.

Equipment provided for your use to complete the job will not be abused. You will maintain all equipment. Your supervisor should be informed of repair needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role, preferably within Residential Property Management. Experience in hotel maintenance, facilities maintenance, or construction will also be considered.
• High School diploma or equivalency certificate required.
• May Require a Valid Driver's License, a good driving record, current motor vehicle insurance that meets State requirements, and an operable vehicle that meets FPI's Driving Standards and Personal Vehicle Use policy.
• Must be able to wear a respirator, if required, and have the ability to be medically fit for duty and cleared to wear a respirator, and comply with FPI's facial hair policy.
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English.
• Basic computer skills (email, internet, etc.).
• May be required to provide and maintain own tools.

Skills Required:

• Customer Service
• Basic Computer
• Internet Use
• Google Mail (GMail)
• Landscaping

Additional Information

ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES

• Embracing and exemplifying our core values and incorporating them into every task performed and every interaction with clients, supervisors, team members, colleagues, residents, vendors, etc.
• Positive influencing, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.

EEO/EVerify Statements

FPI Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. FPI Management participates in the E-Verify program.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person