About Us:

VOALA
Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories

Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans’ services, homeless shelters, low-income housing program as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at www.voala.org.

JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, the Landscaper has responsibility for minor repairs and regular grounds maintenance for the assigned complex. This position requires the ability to work independently and with flexible hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains assigned grounds, driveways, walk ways, and parking lots in good condition
• Follows daily maintenance checklist provided by supervisor; Assures tools and supplies are stocked and appropriately secured in maintenance store rooms; maintains cleanliness and order of store rooms
• Checks grounds for any safety concerns; understands and carries out VOALA, federal and other governmental regulations
• Cares for lawns by weeding, grubbing, trimming and edging around property
• Operates power equipment such as power mowers, blowers, and edgers
• Mix and sprays or spreads fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees
• Remove tree limbs, overgrowth, and other hazards; gather and remove litter and garden debris
• Ensure outdoor furniture, décor, and lighting is maintained and good working order
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current California driver’s license and clean driving record

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Formal training in a Construction Trade specialty (plumbing, electrical, masonry, carpentry, HVAC, etc.)
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Volunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law

This employer participates in E-Verify as required by the federal government and will provide the federal government with your Form 1-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (OHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.