Grounds Keeper

Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Groundskeeper to maintain the exterior appearance and safety of our office building. You will be responsible for seasonal light landscaping, exterior cleaning, and general preventative maintenance to ensure a pristine, welcoming environment for employees, clients, and visitors. 
Key Responsibilities

• Landscaping & Lawn Care:  Plant and prune flowers, shrubs, and trees, and pull weeds as needed. 
• Exterior Cleaning: Sweep sidewalks, entryways, and parking lots. Empty outdoor trash receptacles and remove litter from the property. Exterior window washing as needed.
• Seasonal Maintenance: Winter: Apply salt/de-icer to walkways and parking areas during winter. Clear fallen leaves and debris in the fall. Spring and Summer, maintain fallen leaves, debris, and rubbish around the properties.
• Facility Upkeep: Perform minor exterior repairs (e.g., fixing loose bricks, painting, pressure washing building facades). Maintain outdoor furniture and signage. Notify management as supplies need ordering.
• Irrigation & Lighting: Monitor. Replace burnt-out exterior light bulbs and report larger security or lighting issues to management. 
• Safety & Compliance: Identify and address potential safety hazards (e.g., icy steps, uneven pavement, low-hanging branches). 

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; Associate degree in landscaping a plus.
• Proven experience in commercial landscaping, grounds maintenance, or a related field.
• Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, snow blowers).
• Strong physical stamina with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Basic knowledge of plant care, irrigation systems, and seasonal yard work.