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Trinity Center

FT Grounds Keeper/Driver

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What they do

A Landscaping or Groundskeeping Worker provides landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Provides care for plants and trees including mowing, trimming and planting, and repairs driveways, walks, benches or other structures.

$37,388 / year median in Iowa

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

FT Grounds Keeper/Driver Trinity Center - 3.7 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off 401(k) 4% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment operation Computer operation Customer communication Outdoor work experience English High school diploma or GED Maintenance activity documentation Computer skills Electrical maintenance Facilities routine maintenance Full Job Description Luther Park Community is a non-profit Senior Living facility that has been dedicated to providing quality services for mature Iowans in its beautifully landscaped community in Des Moines since 1914. We currently have a unique, full-time opportunity for someone who loves variety in their daily responsibilities, loves working outdoors, performing basic maintenance duties and interacting with our residents while driving them to scheduled destinations. The main responsibilities of this position will be maintaining the campus grounds and assisting the maintenance technicians. This position will participate in the on-call rotation. Driving responsibilities will be on an as needed basis.
Groundskeeper Responsibilities:
Planting and maintaining plants and shrubs around the campus Trim weeds, prune trees, rake leaves and general grounds upkeep Maintain parking lots and sidewalks Litter removal Snow removal
Maintenance Responsibilities:
Assist technicians when needed with light plumbing, electrical and other maintenance duties Help complete resident work orders Maintain office, shop, storage and mechanical areas Provide weekend and after-hour building coverage on an on-call basis
Driver Responsibilities:
Ability to drive a bus and other vehicles while meeting Federal and State regulations Ability to assist passengers while maintaining a high level of safety Strong communication and time-managements skills Compassion for others Exceptional customer service skills
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED Must read, write, speak and comprehend the English language Basic understanding of maintenance practices and procedure in facility role, preferably in health care Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing or HVAC systems Familiarity with tools and equipment used in maintenance tasks Must be able to work under all types of weather conditions (heat, rain, snow, etc.) Basic computer skills for logging maintenance activities Excellent communication skills and ability to follow instructions Dependable and punctual with strong work ethic Positive attitude and willingness to assist others Ability to work independently and as part of a team Must have chauffer's license, CDL or ability to get within 30 days of hire Valid driver's license and clean driving record We offer a great total compensation package including: Competitive Salaries Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company paid Life Insurance Company paid Log Term Disability Voluntary Short-term disability, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance 401k Retirement Plan with 4% company match PTO plus three extra days for birthday, work anniversary and floating holiday Referral Bonuses Discount Meals Continuous Training and Education as well as Tuition Assistance Physical, drug screen, TB Test and background check are required •Luther Park Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer•