Grounds & Maintenance Worker

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Grounds & Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance, care, and modification of campus grounds, landscapes, resident homes, and common buildings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Perform regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trimming and edging around the lake, roads, common area sidewalks, and resident sidewalks and driveways (unless directed otherwise). 2. Safely operate light to medium vehicles such as a pick-up truck, tractors, or riding mowers following operator instructions and wearing appropriate safety items such as goggles, gloves, or other appropriate protective clothing. 3. Safely operate portable power tools and equipment such as chainsaws, grass trimmers, leaf blowers, pressure washers, sprayers, paint machines and other groundskeeping equipment by wearing appropriate safety items such as goggles, gloves, or other appropriate protective clothing. 4. Ensure that grounds and maintenance equipment and building maintenance equipment are operational by performing routine and preventative maintenance and cleaning of tools, equipment and machines within reasonable capabilities. 5. Remove trash designated days from resident homes and dispose in appropriate trash container. 6. Remove yard waste on designated days from resident homes and dispose in approved area. 7. Replaces and disposes of light bulbs in interior building settings using ladders, lifts, or other tools. 8. Performs painting work in the preparation, patching, finishing, and maintaining of building structures, walls, woodwork, furniture, and equipment. 9. Performs minor maintenance work using hand and power tools by making carpentry repairs, performing minor plumbing repairs, and replacing defective electrical switches, light bulbs, fuses, and fluorescent ballasts, and setting, repairing, and cleaning irrigation systems. 10. Assists in moving of residents within the Village to other resident facilities either within or outside of the Village. 11. Contributes to the overall success of the campus by performing all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior maintenance experience a plus.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and safe handling practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to a clean, safe environment.

All candidates will be required to participate in a pre-employment background check.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Indoor and outdoor work as assigned, from 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and moderate physical activity

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit applications to Sebring.manager@sim.org. All screenings and interviews will be conducted by pre-scheduled appointments only. All candidates will be required to participate in a pre-employment background check. Training Must complete Child Safety Training Spiritual Qualifications A personal faith and value system aligned with the Christ-centered mission of SIM Commitment to spiritual growth as a follower of Jesus Christ Ability to provide pastoral care and mentorship. Active participation in SIM's prayer and worship activities Agreement with SIM's Statement of Faith and core values (required to sign the SIM Commitment) Passionate about SIM's mission and values, and capable of communicating them effectively

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Landscaping:

1 year (Preferred)

Maintenance:

2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Sebring, FL 33871 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Sebring, FL 33871: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person