Groundskeeper

Westminster Brand 051816•Winter Park, FL

25d

About The Position

Westminster Winter Park is seeking a Groundskeeper for its Maintenance Department. The role is responsible for maintaining flower beds, shrubs, hedges, and irrigation systems, overseeing the lawn service contractor, and performing other duties assigned by the Director of Maintenance. This position reports to the Director of Maintenance and is full-time on weekdays. The role includes maintaining and beautifying the grounds across the campus and property, clearing walkways and gutters, and pressure washing walkways and driveways. Climbing ladders is required for gutter maintenance. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and one to two years of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The position calls for landscaping or groundskeeping skills, preferably with horticultural experience and licensure. Candidates must be able to communicate in English, follow written and oral directions, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment. Westminster describes its workplace as supportive and mission-driven, with an emphasis on teamwork, communication, accountability, quality, and professional growth. New hires undergo drug testing and criminal background screening. The organization encourages annual influenza vaccination for healthcare personnel; employees may be asked to document vaccination or submit a written declination and, if applicable, follow protective measures. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, and one to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Landscaping and/or groundskeeping skills combined with one year of experience.
Ability to read, write, and speak English and understand and follow written and oral directions.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to climb ladders to clean gutters and downspouts.

Nice To Haves

Experience in horticulture, preferably with a license.

Responsibilities

Blow walkways daily and collect debris throughout the campus and property.
Clean and remove leaves and debris from gutters on buildings and residential units when applicable.
Clean gutters and downspouts on single-family residences and town homes, using ladders as needed.
Pressure wash walkways and driveways throughout the campus and property.
Maintain irrigation equipment in proper working condition across the property.
Maintain flower beds, shrubs, hedges, and other grounds to beautify the campus and property.
Oversee the performance of the lawn service contractor.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance.