Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

We are seeking a self starting, detail oriented Groundskeeper to join our award winning workplace at The Mather in Evanston. This hands on role requires strong experience with groundskeeping practices, landscaping chemicals, and heavy outdoor equipment, as well as the ability to work independently while maintaining the high standards of our luxury senior living community. Ideal candidates are multi taskers who can anticipate outdoor maintenance needs, take pride in creating an exceptional first impression, and support the Building Services team with larger projects across the community.

The schedule for this position is: Monday-Friday 7:00am-11:00am. Saturday & Sunday are required as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain clean, safe, and attractive grounds and walkways, including debris removal, leaf blowing, and general outdoor upkeep.
• Perform trash and recycling collection and assist in maintaining trash rooms as part of broader grounds care.
• Use and maintain landscaping tools, chemicals, and heavy outdoor equipment safely and effectively.
• Arrange, clean, and maintain outdoor furniture and common outdoor areas.
• Pressure wash patios, walkways, and high traffic exterior surfaces as scheduled.
• Water plants, tend to garden areas, and monitor irrigation needs.
• Inspect, maintain, and replace watering hoses and related outdoor equipment.
• Remove snow and ice to maintain safe conditions during inclement weather.
• Support Building Services with larger cross department projects and overall building functions.
• Identify improvement opportunities and participate in Quality Assurance Process Improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required:

• High school or equivalent.
• Familiar with operations, maintenance, tools, equipment.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Able to follow directions.

The hourly base wage range provided is a good faith estimate of what Mather reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting. The actual hourly rate offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, certifications, years of experience, geographic location, and current market conditions. At Mather, we are committed to being inclusive, resilient, bold, and impactful—and that includes offering a total rewards experience designed to support our team members.

Hourly Pay Range $21 - $23 USD

Mather offers a competitive benefits package. Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution.
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations).
• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Extended illness benefits.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance - free to all team members.

About The Mather: The Mather is a Life Plan Community for those age 62 and better located in Evanston, Illinois, close to the charming downtown district and an abundance of public transportation. The Mather includes 240 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens, and more.

The Mather is located at 425 Davis Street in Evanston.

About Mather: Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well, we create programs, places, and residences for today's young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work, and has been selected as a Nation's Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.