Maintenance Assistant and Groundskeeper (Full-Time) Position Available In Escambia, Florida

Maintenance Assistant and Groundskeeper (Full-Time) Homestead Village Pensacola, FL 32526 Homestead Village of Pensacola is currently hiring a full-time Maintenance Assistant/Groundskeeper to work Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Must have a strong work ethic, be reliable, have dependable transportation, and be able to lift or carry up to 50 pounds. This position requires a clean background and the ability to pass a Level II screening.

POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE

Maintenance Assistant and Groundskeeper (full-time)

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Maintenance Director

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

To Preserve Resident’s Dignity of Life. To provide quality services to meet the physical, social, and mental needs of senior citizens. To portray a professional image of Homestead Village of Pensacola at all times, i.e., to be pleasant, courteous, and helpful and to maintain an organized, neat, and clean environment.

REQUIREMENTS

A)

Physical:

Requires an employee in good physical condition who is dependable and honest; must be free of any apparent signs or symptoms of infectious disease which is likely to be transmitted to other residents or staff; have appropriate health qualifications, if any, as required by the Health Department. Physical activity includes but is not limited to walking, bending, lifting and carrying, reaching, pushing, pulling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions resulting in medium strength work. Must be able to lift or carry up to 50 pounds. B)

Education and Experience:

High school/vocational school diploma or GED required. Qualified candidates must be able to pass a Level II background screening, pass a drug screening, and have a valid driver’s license. Minimum of 2 years training or equivalent experience in groundskeeping and light maintenance. Must have basic knowledge, skills and ability to work with construction materials and a wide variety of hand tools.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Performs general maintenance and repair in a variety of areas, such as painting.
• Works on assignments where considerable judgement and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations.
• Experience with trash pick-up and disposal in dumpsters
• Experience with power washing outsides of buildings and sidewalks
• Assists with preventative maintenance and service requests.
• Effectively works in a team setting to accomplish goals.
• Must be available on Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Must perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

Work Location:

In person