Position Summary:

Search reopened! La Luz is adding to our Groundskeeping team. We are seeking a motivated and resourceful grounds laborer to maintain the grounds of our townhome complex. Reporting to the Grounds Manager, the main responsibility is to complete grounds work, maintenance and repair tasks. The scope of this job involves labor-type work such as digging holes to repair irrigation pipe failures, shoveling dirt and moving gravel.

Key Responsibilities:

Care for turf, trees, and plantings, including mowing, trimming, pruning, hand weeding and weed control (may apply pesticides). Maintain hardscape areas, including gravel, sidewalks, and firebreaks. Keep the irrigation system running smoothly Assist with fountain care, including cleaning and setting timers Assist with swimming pool maintenance. Maintain cleanliness of the pool area, including restrooms. Trash and debris collection and clearing across the property.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required; trades certification or other post-High School education a plus Minimum 2 years' experience as a groundskeeper/landscaping crew member, or similar Experience in operating grounds equipment, tools and machinery (mowers, trimmers, work utility vehicle) Experience with irrigation systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Verbal and written English communication; interview will be conducted in English Ability to take direction, and accurately and efficiently complete tasks in a quality manner Physical demands: Work most of the day outdoors in all seasons Operate a work utility vehicle (Gator), mowers, and use other landscape grooming tools Walk our large campus Lift 50 lbs. Work on a ladder Climb, bend, reach, sit, dig and lift Other requirements: Legally authorized to work in the US Valid Driver's license and use of a suitable vehicle Pass a drug test and background check

Organization Description:

La Luz del Oeste is a 96-unit townhouse development. We take pride in our common areas, including greenbelts, plazas, fountains, and gardens. ​

EEO/ADA Compliance:

La Luz Landowners Association is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate and to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable protected classification.

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour Application Question(s): Are you available to work full time, day shift? Will you pass a drug screen and criminal background check? Are your salary expectations in line with posted salary range?

Work Location:

In person