Groundskeeper

Kendal System Careers•Lexington, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At Kendal at Lexington, we believe that every role contributes to the safety, comfort, and well-being of our residents. Guided by Quaker values including equality, peace, simplicity, integrity, and community, we foster a respectful and inclusive environment where staff and residents can thrive. As a Groundskeeper, you play an important role in maintaining the beauty, safety, and functionality of our campus. Through landscaping, grounds maintenance, and exterior support work, you help ensure that residents, staff, and visitors enjoy a welcoming and well-maintained environment every day.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Virginia driver’s license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation
Ability to properly wear and use designated personal protective equipment (PPE)
Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment including mowers, tractors, chainsaws, and similar machinery
Proficiency in the safe use of maintenance equipment, hand tools, and power tools
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to work cooperatively with residents and adapt tasks to meet individual needs or special circumstances
Comfort working with an older adult population
Good judgment, initiative, and a team-oriented mindset
A dependable, safety-focused, and service-oriented attitude

Responsibilities

Perform full-spectrum grounds, landscaping, and exterior support work across the Kendal at Lexington campus
Maintain campus grounds through mowing, weeding, pruning, trimming, mulching, fertilizing, and other landscaping duties
Support overall campus beautification and sustainability efforts
Operate landscaping and maintenance equipment including mowers, tractors, chainsaws, and similar tools
Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions while maintaining safe work practices
Serve as a primary team member responsible for inclement weather response including snow and ice removal, salting, and flood preparation or mitigation
Respond to weather-related needs during normal work hours and assist with after-hours or adjusted schedule work as coordinated by the supervisor
Provide team-support assistance across Facilities Services including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, equipment maintenance, and other maintenance tasks as assigned
Document work order receipt and completion accurately
Secure and properly store equipment when not in use
Complete incident, accident, and service reports as required
Assist with moving residents, equipment, furniture, and event setup or breakdown as directed by the supervisor
Perform assigned preventative maintenance tasks in a timely manner
Respond to off-duty emergencies, staff absences, and special events as needed
Purchase and deliver supplies, parts, and equipment as requested by the supervisor
Report unusual or suspicious conditions or behaviors to appropriate personnel
Follow all safe work procedures including the use of gloves, masks, eyewear, hearing protection, and appropriate clothing
Protect residents, staff, and visitors by utilizing cones, barricades, reflective vests, caution signs, and detours when necessary
Coordinate needed maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment
Collect and dispose of exterior trash and recycling for the Anderson Center, North and South Apartment Buildings, Borden Center, and exterior areas of Sunnyside
Perform weekly trash and recycling pickup from campus collection areas including Sycamore Lane, Sunrise Ridge Circle, cottage trash rooms, and dog waste receptacles
Clean the interior of Kendal vehicles assigned to Facilities Services – Maintenance
Perform post-construction or rough cleaning following repairs, renovations, or construction projects
Respond to infrastructure issues such as water leaks and sewer backups
Replenish gasoline in all Kendal vehicles
Assist with special projects and perform other related duties as assigned