Job Overview:
We are a residential and commercial property owner and management company based in Cape Girardeau, MO seeking a dedicated and reliable Groundskeeper to join our team. As a Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining the appearance and functionality of our outdoor spaces. If you have a passion for landscaping and enjoy working outdoors, we would love to hear from you. Experience solving general maintenance issues in a variety of contexts and structure types would also be beneficial, but not required. Past experience is preferred, but the applicant’s desire and ability to learn quickly on the job are viewed as equally important.
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine groundskeeping tasks to ensure the cleanliness and attractiveness of the property
- Mow lawns, trim edges, and maintain flower beds
- Prune trees and shrubs to promote healthy growth
- Plant flowers, shrubs, and trees as needed
- Apply fertilizers and pesticides to maintain the health of plants
- Operate power tools and hand tools safely and efficiently
- Irrigate lawns and gardens as required
- Remove weeds, leaves, and debris from outdoor areas
- Assist with landscaping projects as directed by the supervisor
- Maintain equipment in good working condition
- Assist with painting and other minor repairs in vacancies
- Work with office staff and others on the maintenance team to coordinate tasks as necessary.
- Use a designated smartphone app to keep up-to-date on work order status, make any necessary notes on progress (including photos), and to mark work complete.
- Be available to work on-call for emergency maintenance requests after hours and on weekends, scheduled in one-week increments on a rotational basis with other members of our maintenance team.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of groundskeeping practices and techniques
- Proficiency in operating power tools such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and blowers
- Experience in lawn care, landscape maintenance, and gardening
- Ability to use hand tools effectively for various tasks
- Knowledge of irrigation systems and their maintenance
- Physical stamina to perform manual labor in various weather conditions
- Attention to detail to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and aesthetics
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
- Year round work
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cape Girardeau, MO: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person