Performs a variety of groundskeeping work in order to maintain the health and beautification of grounds surrounding Salvation Army buildings; performs routine repairs and maintenance of buildings and equipment
Grounds Keeping Responsibilities (50%)
Maintains grounds and area surrounding buildings.
Mows and weeds grass; edges lawns, sidewalks, and curbs; rakes, vacuums, and blows leaves and debris from sidewalks and parking lots; collects and discards debris and trash from grounds.
Trims trees and bushes; plants flowers, shrubs, trees, etc.; moves flower beds; seeds new grass.
Oversees community service workers and/or volunteers as needed.
Inspects grounds regularly to detect needed repairs or unsafe conditions.
Ensures water systems are properly operating at all facilities and sprinkler systems; maintains on-site ponds;
ensures proper maintenance of grounds keeping equipment; lubricates mowers and tractor fittings; installs tractor tires as needed.
Maintenance Responsibilities (50%)
Performs routine building maintenance activities; performs minor plumbing repairs required by leaking faucets and clogged toilets; performs minor carpentry work required to repair dents and/or holes in walls and paints walls.
Assembles and moves office furniture including chairs, desks, tables, bulletin boards, etc.
Cleans surroundings after each repair job; ensures that all tools are collected and surroundings are left neat and clean.
Monitors lighting and changes light bulbs when needed.
Maintains all tools, supplies, parts, and equipment; troubleshoots and repairs minor mechanical malfunctions and performs preventive maintenance on dishwashers, laundry machines, vent fans, etc.; performs minor adjustments; lubricates and cleans equipment; informs supervisor of major repairs needing outside assistance.
Assists with higher level construction projects as needed
Part Time Benefits
Paid Time Off
Aflac Dental & Vision Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or G.E.D,
AND
One to two years responsible experience performing maintenance and repair work for commercial buildings and grounds or performing construction work,
OR
Any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.