Staff, Grounds Maintenance (Full-Time/ Weekends/ Ft. Lauderdale)

Description

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (33304)

Pay Rate: $18/hr

Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday 10am- 6:30pm (Sun & Mon OFF)

Company Information    FirstService Residential is simplifying property management. Its hospitality-minded teams serve 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada. The organization partners with boards, owners, and developers to enhance the value of every property and the life of every resident.   Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.     Experience being part of a high-performing team with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.    Job Responsibilities    Essential Duties: As a Groundskeeper, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the building/facility.   Additional Duties:

• Cuts grass, maintains lawn, trims around trees, walkways and markers.  
• Clears debris and maintains drives and walkways in safe condition.
• May be required to assist in the loading and unloading of supplies, equipment and/or merchandise.
• Maintains, services, cleans and properly stores equipment.
• Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.

  Supervisory Responsibilities   N/A Education & Experience  

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.

• Must have experience using handheld tools such as weed cutter, push lawn mower, hedge trimmer, edger, leaf vacuum, blower and others.  

    Knowledge, Skills & Proficiencies  

• Multiple language fluency is desirable.
• Previous experience preferred.  
• Must comply with OSHA and EPA guidelines concerning storage and use of chemical substances.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required. 

  Tools & Equipment Used   N/A Physical Requirements & Working Environment  

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures
• Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time
• Climb ladders and work at heights above ground level (maximum 3ft)
• Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain)
• Walk and climb stairs
• Handle, finger, grasp and feel objects and equipment
• Reach with hands and arms
• Ability to quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions
• Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers

Travel   N/A Disclaimer    The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.