What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper/Maintenance Technician position at Senior Living Communities?
At Evergreen Woods we are proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work, and we believe that our success begins with one simple principle: People First. We are a luxury senior living company that is driven by compassion, respect, and the dedication to making every interaction meaningful. Our culture fosters growth, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to enriching the lives of our residents and our team members. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care in an environment where you're valued and supported, we invite you to be part of a company that truly puts people at the heart of everything we do. Come join us and be a part of something extraordinary Now accepting applications for a Groundskeeper/Maintenance Tech.
POSITION SUMMARY: Perform general grounds maintenance for the community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible trimming/pruning bushes, planting flowers, shrubs for resident's garden if requested
- Waters plants for residents
- Assists with coordinating community committee requests.
- Ensures walkways/parking lots are clear and safe during inclement weather. Cleaning off cars after snow storms.
- Ensures all equipment is in safe operating order.
- Performs all work assignments and work orders in a timely, professional manner.
- Assists in periodic inspection of the community to ensure a safe environment for Team Members, residents and guests.
- Participates in and attends in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
- Assists with directing traffic, parking cars during events
- Washing company truck, maintain inside and out
- Assists with trash removal from buildings
- Helps with minor inside tasks, delivering mail, packages.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Travels occasionally for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.
- Responsible for knowledge of fire and safety procedures including those involving blood-borne pathogens.
- Remains in proper uniform at all times and maintains a high standard of appearance.
- Completes all work orders in a timely manner.
- Maintains excellent resident and employee relations. Handles complaints and recommendations constructively.
- Attends employee in-services as required.
- Interacts well with marketing tours and prospective residents.
- Is available for on-call situations on a regular rotating and emergency basis.
- Accepts other duties as required by the Director of Facility Services.
- Occasionally, you will be required to operate a vehicle of either your own or company-owned for designated company purposes or facilitate resident/member needs and/or requests.
REQUIREMENTS:
A. Education
- High school graduation or GED required.
- Technical training in mechanics, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, or HVAC desired.
B. Direct Previous Experience
- Mechanical or maintenance experience required.
- Two years experience in painting and housing / commercial refurbishment desired.
- Two years experience in a similar maintenance position desired.
C. Skills:
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must conduct all business with a professional manner and with a high level of confidentiality. - Ability to use hand tools, automatic / electrical machinery, carts, and dollies.
Thorough knowledge of MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and OSHA compliance.
- Ability to exhibit efficient computer skills.
- Basic knowledge of swimming pools and swimming pool maintenance.
- Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record as specified by the Company and by the Company's automobile insurance carrier.
D. Abilities:
- Work outdoors and indoors during the work day (fluorescent lights, HVAC system, carpeted flooring, normal office noise levels).
- Climb up to two flights of stairs.
- Ability to climb extension ladder up to and above roof height.
- Lift objects of 25 pounds or less over the head.
- Move objects of 100 pounds or more.
- Ability to swim at least 25 yards.
- Ability to work under time-sensitive or stressful situations.
- Respond to medical emergencies on a rare occasion.
- Assist with resident evacuations, if ever required
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