Groundskeeper (Year round work, rain or shine)

Knoxville's Community Development Corporation • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

The Groundskeeper performs general landscaping and ground maintenance at apartment buildings and on building fixtures as part of a maintenance crew. The role supports Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC or Authority) mission, strategic goals, and objectives. Work is year-round and performed rain or shine.

The Groundskeeper maintains clean, safe, and well-kept grounds across KCDC properties. The position involves operating landscaping equipment and using hand tools, following safety guidelines, and keeping equipment in good working condition. The employee frequently travels to Authority properties and attends onsite and offsite meetings. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED.
• Previous experience as a groundskeeper; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Basic understanding of herbicide use and safety.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain landscaping tools and equipment.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and attention to detail.
• Dependable and trustworthy, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Leadership qualities and ability to take initiative.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by KCDC at the standard rate under the Authority’s automobile insurance plan.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to exchange information in person, in writing, and via telephone.

Nice To Haves

• Prior groundskeeping, landscaping, or related-field experience.
• Minor herbicide knowledge.
• Experience working as a landscaper.
• Experience using Yardi Voyager software for work orders.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping and grounds maintenance, including mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, and planting.
• Operate landscaping and maintenance equipment, including weed eaters, hedge trimmers, mowers, chainsaws, and edgers.
• Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, loppers, and wheelbarrows to complete assigned tasks.
• Assist with herbicide application and perform basic weed control duties.
• Maintain clean, safe, and well-kept grounds across KCDC properties.
• Identify areas needing improvement and take initiative to address them.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain equipment in good working condition.
• Travel to Authority properties to clean and maintain grounds.
• Attend onsite and offsite meetings.

What This Job Offers

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