Groundskeeper

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Through direction of the Groundskeeper Coordinator help maintain existing on-resident campus grounds and plantings.

2. Help plant, water, dead head and fertilize to maintain existing flower gardens in high profile areas and other campus areas.

3. Must operate all Laurel Lake vehicles and landscaping equipment during the course of required job duties, in a safe and efficient manner. This includes preventative maintenance on all equipment.

4. Must work with residents as a liaison for requested private work orders.

5. Monitor the campus exterior for safety issues and trash pick-up. Help maintain bench cleanliness once a week and blow off hardscape areas as required by the Groundskeeper Coordinator.

6. Assist in being responsible for the snow and ice removal process in the winter and acquire and maintain appropriate equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Good communication skills.

Good hands on people skills.

EDUCATION:

High school or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

1-2 years experience in Horticulture or related field.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Must be familiar with the field's concepts, practice and procedures.

PRINCIPAL JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES — Other: The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.

The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

BENEFITS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A LAUREL LAKE EMPLOYEE:

• Medical Insurance through Meritain (Co-pay Plan) — for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week

• FSA (Flex Spending Account) — for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week

• Dental coverage through Mutual of Omaha — for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week

• Vision coverage through Mutual of Omaha for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week

• Basic Life (1x annual salary) - for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week Option to purchase supplemental Life Insurance for self/spouse/child

• Short Term Disability - for all employees working 20+ hrs. per week after completion of six months of service

• 403(b) Retirement Program — potential match for employees up to 4%

• Section 125 Pre-Tax PTO (Paid Time Off) used for Vacation/Sick Time/Holiday

• Tuition Assistance ($1250/$1750/$2500) is the maximum amount that you are eligible for per year based on part time or full-time status)

• Free On-Site CEU Opportunities

• Shift Differential for 2nd/3rd shift Clinical positions (CNA/LPN/RN)

• Competitive Wage Scale

• Direct Deposit for Payroll

• Discounted Membership to Life Center Plus/Hudson

• Employee Family Assistance Program

• On-Site Health Club w/Pool

• Employee Wellness Program

• Smoke-Free Campus

• 24-Hour Campus Security

• Akron Metro Regional Transit Service

• Award Programs (i.e. Employee of the Month)

• Staff/Resident Activities & Social Events

• Employee Dining Room with Meals at Nominal Charge

• Free Parking

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Eligible for Christmas Bonus in December from the Residents