The Janitorial Grounds Keeper is responsible for performing intermediate-level landscaping tasks with minimal supervision. A presence at the worksite during normal business hours is an essential function of this position.

CORE FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Groundskeeping:

• Performs tasks not requiring spray license or other special certifications
• Perform physical tasks such as weeding, raking, carrying materials, debris and trash removal, mowing, safety pruning and more

Communication:

• Communicate job site conditions to Supervisor

Vehicle/Equipment:

• Use landscape equipment safely and productively

Conduct:

• Follow the instructions of the Supervisor
• Have good attendance and report to work at the required time
• Be a team player and maintain a positive mental attitude

Other:

• Other tasks given by Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Prior related landscape experience to the specific position is recommended.
• Must have reliable form of transportation to job.
• Be able to communicate effectively through written or verbal skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Prior related landscape experience to the specific position is recommended.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Bilingual.

Why you’re a great fit

We know that experience is gathered in many ways. These guidelines represent some, but not all the ways you might have acquired the skills required for this role. If you have a demonstrated ability to fulfill the job duties but got there in a different way, please apply.

• Good communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to write and read simple instructions and short correspondence
• Able to walk, bend, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds in any kind of environmental conditions
• Work independently with little or no supervision
• Must have basic English reading and writing skills
• Must have reliable form of transportation to job
• Landscaping experience preferred
• Good communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to write and read simple instructions and short correspondence

Landscaping

Be a part of Relay’s Landscaping team providing important services from Gresham to Gaston and Vancouver to West Linn (and everything in between). We landscape federal courthouses, water treatment plants, commercial buildings, parks, some residential properties and a variety of government facilities.

Learn more about what it’s like to work on our landscaping team!

COVID Vaccination Requirements

Where permitted by applicable law, you must be fully vaccinated or exempted by an approved medical or religious exemption request by your start date (first day reporting to work) to be considered for employment. If you're covered by a medical or religious exemption, please ask for the appropriate exception form during your interview process.

More about us

Relay Resources is a nonprofit organization based in Portland, OR, that employs more than 700 people, the majority of whom are people with disabilities. We cultivate meaningful work through services we provide to business and government customers, which include janitorial, landscaping, document services, and supply chain solutions. We also own and manage more than 900 units of affordable housing. We create value for our community by delivering quality services to our customers, good jobs to our employees, and affordable homes to our residents.

Equal Opportunity

Relay Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome everyone to our team/to apply. We are committed to a people-first, inclusive culture that benefits our employees, customers, and residents. Relay encourages a diversity of applicants of all backgrounds and identities including disability, race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, military service, marital status, parental status, age, and individuals with a Preferred Worker Card. Let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, or to perform the job you are applying for.

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