Groundskeeper

Job Description

Job Description

At Mark Porter Auto Group in Athens, Ohio, we believe that first impressions matter, and that starts with our property. We're looking for someone special to join our team as a Groundskeeper, taking pride in making our dealership look its absolute best. Imagine being the reason our customers and team members enjoy coming to work or visiting us, surrounded by well-kept lawns and clean pathways. You’ll be instrumental in shaping the visual appeal of our entire location. This isn't just about cutting grass; it's about cultivating an environment that reflects the quality and care we put into everything we do. If you have a green thumb, enjoy working outdoors, and take satisfaction in a job well done, you’ll fit right in. Come help us create a welcoming and impressive space for everyone at Mark Porter Auto Group.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles and powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, and pruning saws.
• Mow and edge lawns using power mowers or edgers.
• Clear sidewalks and stoops of snow and ice using brooms, shovels, snow blowers, or other equipment; apply salt or deicer; plow snow from driveways.
• Maintain established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, dethatching, and trimming around flower beds, walkways, and walls.
• Plant grass seed, straw, trees, and shrubs.
• Water flowers and shrubs
• Use hand tools including shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge trimmers, and axes.
• Prune and trim trees, shrubs, and hedges using shears, pruners, or chain saws.
• Maintain and repair tools, equipment, and structures such as buildings, greenhouses, fences, and benches using hand or power tools.
• Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides using hand or automatic sprayers and spreaders.
• Maintain sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other outdoor features.
• Clear wooded areas by cutting down trees and relocating wood to extra lot.
• Conduct regular property inspections using a utility vehicle (Gator); repair fences, fill holes, and remove trash, debris, limbs, and pet waste from grounds, breezeways, dumpster areas, and walkways.
• Assist with make-ready duties as requested. Hang pictures, shelves, and signage.
• Clean windows and maintain lighting fixtures.
• Maintain outdoor pool.
• Set up and take down Christmas trees and decorations at all dealership locations and residences.
• Provide basic pet care including vacuuming bedding, brushing, feeding, bathing, and waste removal.
• Clean garages and wash vehicles.
• Clean and maintain outdoor lighting fixtures.

Requirements

Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or a related field.

Knowledge of basic landscaping tools and equipment operation.

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of appearance.

Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Valid driver's license

Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)###Health Insurance###Dental Insurance###Vision Insurance###Life Insurance###Disability Insurance###Retirement Plan###