Groundskeeper

GroundskeeperLuxury Senior Living Communities in Kendall, Coral Gables & Homestead is looking for a Groundskeeper for its Palace Renaissance & Royale Assisted Living & Catered Living Community located at 11355 SW 84th Street Miami, FL 33173. CARF Accredited, rated #1 in the US of all communities surveyed by CARF, 2016.The #1 priority of this position is to maintain the lawns and gardens of the Palace in a neat, well-trimmed and attractive fashion as well as maintain both indoor and outside plants according to season availability.Essential duties and responsibilities include:Clean and sweep all outside walkways, driveways and patio areas.Empty all outside trash containers.Cut and trim grass, hedges, trees and plants as needed.Qualifications:A high school degree or equivalent is preferred.Must know how to operate machinery necessary for job duties to be carried out; may include, but not limited to lawnmowers, weed-whackers and sharp tools for trimming and cutting.Must possess the ability to follow oral and written instructions in the English language. Spanish preferred.The ideal candidate:Is responsible, outgoing, punctual, quick on the feet and resourceful.Is flexible as to work schedule. Must be available to work on weekends, holidays, and in emergency situations.Can work under pressure and multi-task.Is self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently AND as a team member.