Job Opening: Groundskeeper, 80 hour in two week pay period.

Location: NE Minneapolis

Catholic Eldercare is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Groundskeeper. The Groundskeeper maintains the building exterior and all grounds and landscaping of Catholic Eldercare facilities. In addition, they will maintain small landscaping tools and engines and back up the internal maintenance team.

The successful candidate will work full-time, in-person, with at least 90% of the time working outside in the elements. The groundskeeper is on-call when snow or storm cleanup may be needed.

Essential Functions

1. Mow and trim yards of facilities using riding and push gas mowers and gas trimmers.
2. Plant annual and perennial trees, shrubs, and flowers and ensure ongoing growth and cultivation.
3. Weed and address application of needed applications/treatments for healthy lawns and grounds.
4. Remove snow, by shovel and machine, and apply products to ensure safe walkways and surfaces for staff, residents, and visitors. Will be “on-call” for snow removal when storms are predicted.
5. Keep paths and walkways safe for pedestrians and residents by proper use of sand, salt, etc.
6. Ensure irrigation system is in working order and make any adjustments or corrections needed.
7. Operate and maintain equipment needed to perform exterior work in all seasons.
8. Control and prevent external pest and waste issues.
9. Crosstrain with other members of Maintenance team on interior duties.
10. Respond to and resolve exterior work orders in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• One year or more of groundskeeping or landscaping experience, preferably with demonstration of independent completion of tasks.
• Must have intermediate to advanced skills in written and spoken English.
• Must be able to pass NetStudy background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicator’s license, current or prior.
• Certified Grounds Technician or Certified Grounds Manager or similar educational experience.
• Experience repairing small machines used in groundskeeping and landscaping.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail with concern for quality and safety.
• Critical thinking skills that include ability to identify and resolve problems as they arise.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, coworkers, vendors, and others that may have varying socioeconomic, cultural, and educational differences.
• Flexibility to adjust workload based on the needs of a collaborative team.

Benefits

• Available medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and family;
• Employer-paid Life and Long-Term Disability for employee;
• 16 days PTO, 7 paid holidays to start;
• Access to health care and dependent care FSA accounts;
• Immediate access to 403b with employer match.

Job Information: Salary range, $23-26 per hour. Non-exempt position.

Work Environment:

• The work environment is often very noisy. Ear protection is provided but may not mitigate all noise.
• Smoke, steam, fumes from gasoline engines are all potential odors found in the workplace. Protective and safety equipment is provided to protect workers.
• The employee works outside 80-95% of their work hours, with exposure to all weather conditions.

Catholic Eldercare is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.