Groundskeeper/Maintenance Assistant (Seasonal - potential for longer term)

LB Homes is looking for an enthusiastic and able SEASONAL Part-Time Groundskeeper/Maintenance Assistant - approximately 20 hours per week with some weekend work required. This is a seasonal position with the potential to transition into a year-round role based on performance and facility need. Must have a current and valid Driver's license. Pay Rate: $17.50 - $21.00 per hour POSITION SUMMARY Duties involve general maintenance tasks as well as grounds work including weeding, spraying, watering, snow removal, shoveling, etc. Position is responsible for taking care of garbage, locking and unlocking doors, general cleaning and maintenance, and for performing work to keep facility and buildings in good condition. Other duties may involve routine maintenance and repair of electrical or mechanical equipment, installing and assembling equipment, painting, cleaning, repairing, and maintaining all aspects of the buildings and grounds. In addition, position is responsible for transporting residents to and from events, appointments, etc. using the company vehicle as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily: Work according to the Maintenance Safety Program. Follow schedule of assignments. Collect repair requests and respond promptly. Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools such as hammers, saws, drills and wrenches to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices. Repair or replace defective equipment parts, using hand and power tools and reassemble equipment. Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate. Clean carpets. Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery. Dismantle devices to access and remove defective parts. As authorized, order parts, supplies and equipment from catalogs and suppliers, or obtain them from storerooms. Paint and repair roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall and other parts of building structures. Maintain and repair specialized equipment and machinery found in kitchens, laundries, healthcare facilities and offices. Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools such as hammers, saws, drills, and wrenches to precision measuring instruments. Remove snow using power equipment or shovels. Collect trash from work areas and transport to collection sites. Deliver supplies to work areas. Assist with transport of resident equipment and belongings during room change. Assist with transport of residents to and from appointments. Grounds maintenance as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct. Innovative - Ability to look beyond the standard solutions. Creative - Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea. Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous. Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer. SKILLS & ABILITIES Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Experience: 1 year of related experience preferred but will train Computer Skills: Basic computer skills; ability to use email system and internet Certifications & Licenses: Valid Driver's License #J-18808-Ljbffr