What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper position at Cushman & Wakefield?
Job Title
Groundskeeper
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Schedule
Monday - Friday 6am to 2:30pm
Function / Responsibilities
Responsible for maintenance of grounds for all lawns, fields, walks, pathways, roads and parking lots at the client location.
Essential Functions
Mow lawns, using hand mower or power mower.
Trim and edge around walks, flower beds and walls, using clippers, weed cutters and edging tools.
Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches or twigs, using shears, pruning shears or chain saws.
Spray lawn, shrubs and trees with fertilizer, herbicides and insecticides, using hand or automatic sprayer.
Rake and bag or bum leaves using rake.
Clean grounds and remove litter, using spiked stick or broom.
Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs, using gardening tools.
Water lawn and shrubs, using hose or by activating fixed or portable sprinkler system.
Repair fences, gates, walls and walks, using carpentry and masonry tools.
Clean out drainage ditches and culverts, using shovel and rake.
Perform grounds maintenance tasks using tractor equipped with attachments, such as mowers, lime or fertilizer spreaders and lawn roller.
Sharpen tools, such as weed cutters, edging tools and shears, using file or knife sharpener.
Follow all C&W Services and site-specific health and safety rules and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned to support C&W Services in delivering our mission to the client.
Basic Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalency.
Have completed an accredited apprentice program and /or graduated from a trade school a plus.
Must be willing to continue training in skill sets to maintain knowledge of the latest equipment and technologies.
Experience
Three years' experience as a groundskeeper. Have familiarity with grounds maintenance for facilities of similar size and scope.
Must have multi-skill set knowledge (Landscaping, irrigation, equipment operation, etc.).
Have the ability and willingness to work rotational shift, including days, evenings, nights as well as overtime, weekends and holidays as required
Other
Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
Able to operate golf carts and other motor vehicles
Understanding the importance of priority of work tasks
About Us
A leader in facilities services with 65 years of experience. C&W Services is one of the largest facility services companies in the USA & Canada with a 65-year history of helping clients drive down operating expenses, increase facility efficiency and up-time, enable strategic business decisions and create positive experiences for the people who work, shop, learn, live and play in the facilities we maintain. We’re building the best team in the industry – our people are the heart and vitality of C&W Services. In joining C&W Services, you’re joining a firm with a rich history, blue-chip client list, and the backing of sister company Cushman & Wakefield, one of the world’s largest property advisory firms and the reason for our success is simple - talented people. Visit our website at https://cwservices.com.
Learn why C&W Services is an ideal place for veterans to continue their careers: https://cwservices.com/veterans/
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Note: This position requires compliance with our COVID related protocols, which may also include client-specific requirements. This might include, but is not limited to,either providing documentation of full vaccination as per CDC (if in U.S.) or public health mandate (if in Canada) guidelines or agreeing to regular COVID testing.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $17.06 - $20.07
C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
INCO: “C&W Services”
Groundskeeper
Job Description Summary
Job Description
Schedule
Monday - Friday 6am to 2:30pm
Function / Responsibilities
Responsible for maintenance of grounds for all lawns, fields, walks, pathways, roads and parking lots at the client location.
Essential Functions
Mow lawns, using hand mower or power mower.
Trim and edge around walks, flower beds and walls, using clippers, weed cutters and edging tools.
Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches or twigs, using shears, pruning shears or chain saws.
Spray lawn, shrubs and trees with fertilizer, herbicides and insecticides, using hand or automatic sprayer.
Rake and bag or bum leaves using rake.
Clean grounds and remove litter, using spiked stick or broom.
Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs, using gardening tools.
Water lawn and shrubs, using hose or by activating fixed or portable sprinkler system.
Repair fences, gates, walls and walks, using carpentry and masonry tools.
Clean out drainage ditches and culverts, using shovel and rake.
Perform grounds maintenance tasks using tractor equipped with attachments, such as mowers, lime or fertilizer spreaders and lawn roller.
Sharpen tools, such as weed cutters, edging tools and shears, using file or knife sharpener.
Follow all C&W Services and site-specific health and safety rules and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned to support C&W Services in delivering our mission to the client.
Basic Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalency.
Have completed an accredited apprentice program and /or graduated from a trade school a plus.
Must be willing to continue training in skill sets to maintain knowledge of the latest equipment and technologies.
Experience
Three years' experience as a groundskeeper. Have familiarity with grounds maintenance for facilities of similar size and scope.
Must have multi-skill set knowledge (Landscaping, irrigation, equipment operation, etc.).
Have the ability and willingness to work rotational shift, including days, evenings, nights as well as overtime, weekends and holidays as required
Other
Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
Able to operate golf carts and other motor vehicles
Understanding the importance of priority of work tasks
About Us
A leader in facilities services with 65 years of experience. C&W Services is one of the largest facility services companies in the USA & Canada with a 65-year history of helping clients drive down operating expenses, increase facility efficiency and up-time, enable strategic business decisions and create positive experiences for the people who work, shop, learn, live and play in the facilities we maintain. We’re building the best team in the industry – our people are the heart and vitality of C&W Services. In joining C&W Services, you’re joining a firm with a rich history, blue-chip client list, and the backing of sister company Cushman & Wakefield, one of the world’s largest property advisory firms and the reason for our success is simple - talented people. Visit our website at https://cwservices.com.
Learn why C&W Services is an ideal place for veterans to continue their careers: https://cwservices.com/veterans/
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Note: This position requires compliance with our COVID related protocols, which may also include client-specific requirements. This might include, but is not limited to,either providing documentation of full vaccination as per CDC (if in U.S.) or public health mandate (if in Canada) guidelines or agreeing to regular COVID testing.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $17.06 - $20.07
C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
INCO: “C&W Services”
Salary : $17 - $20