What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grass Cutting and Cleanup Team Member position at Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation?
Benefits:
Evening and weekend work may be required
$22-24 per hour
Work with a team to do property maintenance and neighborhood improvement projects including cutting grass, cleaning up / boarding vacant properties, basic construction/landscaping, and other projects to improve the quality of life in Youngstown’s neighborhoods.
Skills/Qualifications
YNDC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION.
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Evening and weekend work may be required
$22-24 per hour
Work with a team to do property maintenance and neighborhood improvement projects including cutting grass, cleaning up / boarding vacant properties, basic construction/landscaping, and other projects to improve the quality of life in Youngstown’s neighborhoods.
Skills/Qualifications
- Must be DRUG FREE, have a valid driver’s license, and own transportation.
- Ability to be on time, reliably report to work, and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
- Ability to drive pickup trucks, dump trucks, landscaping trailers, and other equipment safely.
- Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds and walk at least 5 miles daily.
- Must be willing to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
- Strong commitment to safety and willingness to train team members and volunteers.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and workloads simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- Ability to work independently of and in collaboration with a diverse team of staff and partners.
- Must be able to communicate and follow instructions effectively and enforce organizational policies.
- High level of professional ethics and ability to communicate the organization’s mission and vision.
- Ability to safely operate mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, pole saws, pruners, and related tools and equipment.
- Ability & willingness to learn new skills. Training will be provided.
- Ability to perform basic routine maintenance to professional landscaping equipment and vehicles.
- Complete neighborhood improvement and property maintenance tasks, including but not limited to: grass cutting, vacant property cleanup, board-up of vacant structures, debris removal, planting trees and landscaping, basic construction and renovation work to vacant homes, exterior and interior painting, sidewalk cleanup, scraping and painting, and special projects as assigned.
- Maintain a steady work pace and lead by example. Train new staff and volunteers.
- Ensure that YNDC protocols, policies and workplace discipline are strictly and consistently enforced.
- Keep track of tools and equipment and perform routine maintenance as needed.
- Maintain daily logs and other documentation necessary to demonstrate work completed.
- Ensure proper use of fuel and consumable materials.
- Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept clean, well-maintained, functional, and secure at ALL times.
- Ensure all facilities and job sites remain safe and well-organized at all times.
YNDC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION.
Salary : $22 - $24