Grounds Person

Are you mechanically inclined and ready for a real career? Want to like the people you work with? Do you want to work for a company that didn't lay anyone off for COVID-19? Want to matter and have your hard work appreciated? Interested in learning new skills? If so, continue reading. You are this kind of person we'd love to have join our team. We value our maintenance staff and understand they are the face of the company.

The Desired Attributes

Project Technician/Grounds Person

The ideal Candidate shall possess qualifications and assume responsibilities as follows:

QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess the following essential requirements:

• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Exhibit professional behavior and dress as required by Van Rooy
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and hand tools suitable for grounds-related/light maintenance work
• Physical capabilities to carry out job responsibilities including the ability to lift 80-100 lbs., stand for extended periods of time, ability to walk, talk and have use of both hands.

JOB DESCRIPTION
This position is responsible for the appearance and maintenance of the grounds, building exteriors, and projects assigned by the manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help contracted crews maintain flower beds, shrubs, trees, walkways and paths
• Operate and power equipment essential to snow removal, shrub trimming and other related tasks
• Complete other miscellaneous tasks like painting, sign installation, downspout repair, pressure washing, etc. as directed by the Manager
• Assist Maintenance Team as needed in emergency situations
• Attend meetings, training sessions and seminars as requested by Manager
• Maintain a working knowledge of all fair housing laws, its policies and practices and be fair and consistent in upholding these and all company policies
• Comply with all OSHA regulations and any applicable laws regarding health, safety and environment

SUPERVISOR: Property Manager

COMPENSATION: Non-exempt

• Non-exempt position of 40 hours per week

• Overtime paid at 1 ½ times hourly rate for all hours over 40 worked in one week

• All full time associates receive 40 hours (1.54 hours per pay period) of paid vacation during their first year of service. Associates receive 80 hours per annum (3.08 hours per pay period) from month 13 through 60. Associates receive 120 hours (4.62 hours per pay period) from month 61 through month 120. Associates receive 160 hours (6.15 hours per pay period) beginning in month 121

• 48 hours of paid sick time and 8 hours of personal time are available to associates per year.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Typical end time:

• 5PM

Typical start time:

• 8AM

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lenexa, KS 66219: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person