Grounds Maintenance Worker, Commercial Grounds

SOAR365 • Richmond, VA

7d

About The Position

We are looking for a reliable individual to join our team at SOAR365. This a great opportunity for a motivated and hard-working individual that truly takes pride in their work. If you love the outdoors, have a strong work ethic, feel that you are the right one for the job and meet the qualifications, please apply today. We look forward to meeting you! A Little about Us: We are SOAR365! Our programs and services have always been designed for individuals and families who are coping with the daily real-world challenges of living with a disability. To that end, we've continually added more ambitious and thoughtful programs over the past 65 years. And, today our services have a profound impact on more than 1,300 people and their families. A Day in the Life of: As a member of our team, you will be responsible for performing grounds maintenance operations for the Facilities Management Services Group. This includes, but is not limited to, trimming and mowing grass, shrubs, etc. You will come to know the great people that make us who we are as a business and who keep our reputation alive. You will be a part of something great here at SOAR365 and you will enjoy what you do and with whom you do it. Apply today!

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have three years general experience in this or similar field.
• Ability to work in inclement weather including temperature extremes, rain, and snow.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to do repetitious bending at the waist, kneeling, and overhead lifting.

Responsibilities

• Trimming and/or mowing of all grass and other vegetation throughout the entire facility.
• Trimming of shrubs, hedges, and trees with appropriate tools.
• Edging to maintain a clear area from 1/2 inch of all pavements, curbs, and sidewalk edges.
• Continual maintenance of landscaped areas and flower beds which includes removal of weeds, planting of flowers, application of mulch and watering of plants.
• Minor clean up of areas using rakes and brooms and loading of debris and trash on trucks for disposal in designated areas.
• Routine policing of grounds for loose trash and pick up of trash from outdoor receptacles throughout the facility.
• Cleaning and maintenance of sand areas at playgrounds.
• Cleaning of houses, minor renovations such as, but not limited to; carpet removal, cabinet removal, appliance removal, and other items are required or requested.
• Setup, tear down, and relocating security fencing on off-site projects.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability benefits, flexible spending account, 403(b) +match, life insurance, wellness programs, and discounted college tuition, to name a few.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED