Groundskeeper

Ready to become part of an organized team and company? Looking for a job where there is no travel, except to and from work? If so, the Grounds and Landscaping team at Atlantic Shores is anxious to meet you! As an Atlantic Shores Groundskeeper, you will work together as a team to make sure that our residents have a beautifully landscaped campus that they call home. This is a great opportunity to become a part of a team that feels like family while working to improve the lives of others! Earn a competitive hourly rate based on years of experience.

Hours:

7am-4pm, Monday - Friday.

Additional compensation includes:

Generous PTO beginning with a maximum of 104 hours annually 1.5x Holiday Pay 1.5x Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week Referral Bonus for new employee referrals that join our team Star Employee Recognition Program including monetary awards

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Supplemental:

Accident/Cancer/Critical Illness, Legal Resources, and Identity Theft 401k with company match Tuition reimbursement: up to $5,250 annually for qualifying coursework

Educational Partnership Discounts:

South University, ECPI, Regent University, St.

Leo University, and Colorado Christian University Position Summary:

The Groundskeeper position, in accordance with established policies and procedures, is responsible for the upkeep of the community landscape including lawn, gardens, roadways, and nature trails. This position reports to the Grounds Supervisor. Works as a team to accomplish daily goals, and project completion. Performs lawn mowing, trimming, and edging on a seasonal basis. Performs maintenance-based landscaping such as trimming bushes, spreading mulch, removing plants, planting, and edging. Maintains a clean and organized job site at all times. Adheres to safety procedures and maintains equipment accordingly. Education and/or

Experience:

Less than high school education; six months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Background in grounds and landscaping, minor carpentry, painting, and mechanical skills preferred. Experience on snowplows also preferred. Willing to train the right person with a positive attitude. Ability to maintain professional communication and work with a diverse team. Organization and time-management skills. Must have reliable transportation to work and be punctual. Positive attitude and teamwork. Must have the ability to work in various weather conditions and fulfill physical job duties. Our vision at Atlantic Shores is "To be a neighborhood where people want to live and work." Located in Virginia Beach, we are an award-winning continuing care retirement community serving ages 55 and up. We live our mission of being a welcoming neighborhood promoting active lifestyles in a community which ensures freedom, dignity, wellness, independence and security for all residents and staff.

Our Core Values include:

Service to others Culture of Trust/Honesty Leadership to Grow Loyalty Why choose us? For a rewarding opportunity. We are looking for people who have a heart full of compassion, people who are warm and kind. Here at Atlantic Shores, you will have the opportunity to make a wonderful difference in someone's life every day. Employment with Atlantic Shores comes with great benefits - with the flexibility to choose the health and welfare plans to best meet your needs.