What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outdoor Custodial Worker position at District Maintenance Services?
Job description:
Now Hiring: Outdoor Custodian
Pay Rate: $20 /hour
We are seeking dedicated individuals for outdoor Landscape Maintenance and Beautification work. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining and enhancing public accessways, green spaces, and high-visibility community corridors. We’re looking for team members who take pride in creating welcoming, well-kept environments that add vibrancy and visual appeal to shared outdoor spaces.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain landscaping in assigned public areas, including pruning, weeding, mulching, and seasonal planting
- Provide routine care for trees, shrubs, groundcover, and flower beds to promote healthy growth and visual harmony
- Remove litter, fallen branches, and debris from landscaped zones, sidewalks, medians, and pedestrian pathways
- Identify and promptly report damaged irrigation systems, unsafe infrastructure, or areas needing improvement
- Maintain hardscapes and decorative features such as planter boxes, benches, and public art installations
- Enhance the overall beautification of walkable corridors and shared-use spaces through attention to detail and cleanliness
- Work both independently and as part of a team to meet daily and long-term maintenance goals
Qualifications:
- Mandatory weekend availability in addition to weekday shifts (required)
- Fluent in English with strong speaking, reading, and writing skills (required)
- Clean and professional appearance
- Prior experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or related outdoor maintenance preferred
- Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform continuous outdoor work for 8-hour shifts
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions (safety and weather gear provided)
- Strong attention to detail, work ethic, and pride in creating visually appealing spaces
- Professional references required
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys outdoor work, values public beautification, and wants to make a visible, lasting difference in the community. If you’re passionate about landscaping, available to work weekends, and fluent in English, we encourage you to apply today.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22