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Groundskeeper
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$40,913 / year median in Pennsylvania
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Description Full-Time Porter Job Overview:
The Porter is responsible for creating a warm and welcoming environment by keeping the community tidy and assisting in fixing minor issues throughout the grounds and buildings.Your Responsibilities:
Performs a variety of cleaning/maintenance duties as assigned including but not limited to: Touch up paint/breezeways Pick up grounds Bleach breezeway stains Clean elevators Check/change all light bulbs Empty trashcans Blow out breezeways/garages Walk breezeways Pressure wash buildings/sidewalks Empty pet stations Minor or routine maintenance Clubhouse/Fitness Center/Bathroom cleaning Report all property discrepancies toSupervisor Skills & Qualifications:
Previous custodial experience preferred. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required. High school diploma or equivalency preferred. Capable of working extended hours, to include evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary. Must be able to speak English in a clear and understandable voice so that various types of communications may be conducted with people of various levels of education and capabilities, to include the exchange and receipt of information over the telephone. Position involves sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying and moving objects that can weigh up to 50 lbs. This movement can occur throughout the day. Must also be able to climb several flights of stairs if necessary. This position will alternate between working indoors in a controlled climate and with proper lighting, to an outdoors setting with variable climate and lighting. Must be able to interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented, and with good reasoning skills. Must be able to work on more than one assignment at a time with frequent interruptions, changes and delays. Must be able to remain focused and work effectively, efficiently, and cheerfully under such circumstances. For safety reasons, employee must remain alert to working conditions and aware of safety, health, and environmental concerns.Compensation:
$20.00 per hour Disclaimer Statement The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT)Usage:
We may utilize an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) in connection with the assessment or evaluation of candidates. The AEDT is designed to assist in objectively evaluating candidate qualifications based on specific job-related characteristics.Job Qualifications and Characteristics Assessed:
The AEDT evaluates candidates based on job qualifications and characteristics pertinent to the role, including skills, experience, and competencies relevant to the position requirements. These qualifications are determined by the unique needs of each role within our company.Alternative Selection Process or Reasonable Accommodations:
Candidates who require an alternative selection process or a "reasonable accommodation," as defined under applicable disability laws, may make a request through our designated contact channel national_recruiting@fsresidential.com. Requesting Information About theAEDT - NYC
Local Law 144: Candidates who reside in New York City and are subject to NYC Local Law 144 may request information about the AEDT, including details on the type of data collected, the sources of such data, and our data retention policies. To submit a request, please contact us at national_recruiting@fsresidential.com; we will respond in accordance with Local Law 144, within 30 days.Benefits
- Dental Insurance