Groundskeeper

Job Title: Groundskeeper

Location: 3935 Sunnyside Drive Harrisonburg VA 22801

Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm (& and some evenings/weekends as needed for weather related events and emergencies).

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities of the Groundskeeper are to participate in all aspects of grounds maintenance year-round; ensure upkeep and beautification of the entire campus, operation and preservation of grounds equipment as well as removal of snow and ice.

• Maintain lawn areas, walks, flower beds and retaining walls by mowing, trimming and cultivating as scheduled. Keep areas free of weeds, trim as needed and leave areas free of debris.
• Sweep and clean driveways, patios, walks, doorways, etc. and keep free of debris.
• Maintain trash collecting schedule for community by picking up trash in assigned areas.
• Water lawns, shrubs and trees as scheduled using hose, portable sprinklers and fixed sprinklers; ensure equipment is used properly to adequately water various areas.
• Prune shrubs, hedges and trees as needed to maintain vegetation shape and improve growth.
• Spray to reduce inspects and improve overall appearance and growth of lawns, shrubs, trees, etc.
• Rake and remove leaves from grounds, clean drainage ditches and culverts, haul debris and recyclable material to approved landfill area or recycling center.
• Use yard and gardening tools/equipment, including but not limited to brooms, rakes, shovels, clippers as well as lawnmowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, blowers and weed spray equipment safely.
• Work independently and in small groups with little supervision while maintaining outlined timeframes and work quality.
• Distinguish between various types of flora, as well as the difference between flora and weeds and keep all garden areas well maintained.
• Mix and prepare in proper parts various chemicals such as insecticides, pesticides and fertilizers pursuant to manufacturer or other instructions in a safe manner.
• Maintain grounds equipment; follow safety instructions for all equipment.
• Remove snow and ice on walkways, entrances and steps using chemicals and other equipment to provide safe pathways.
• Assist with residential moves from one location to another.
• Ensure work orders are initiated and completed timely; prioritize work orders based on level of importance, communicate with individuals making the request and sure standard of the work is of the highest quality.
• Maintain and report inventory and equipment needs to supervisor with adequate time to replenish inventory.
• Other duties as assigned.

About Us:

Join a team where you are proud of the community in which you work. At Sunnyside, we want each team-member to S.H.I.N.E both on and off campus (Service Before Self,Hospitality with Heart,Inspiring Excellence in Each Other,Nothing Less Than The Best, andEnjoy your Journey). With a plethora of flexibility, growth opportunities, a safe learning environment, on-sight training, and an engaging/motivational atmosphere, you can rise into your new career path. Sunnyside is a not-for-profit Senior Living life plan community situated on 150+ acres in the rolling hills of the Shenandoah Valley in Harrisonburg, Virginia. More than 500 residents call Sunnyside their home. Residents have the options to live in a variety of levels of living including: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Long-Term Care. Across our beautiful campus, residents can enjoy an array of amenities and services including an on-site restaurant, an award-winning vitality center, salon services, therapy services, fishing ponds, walking trails, and much more! People have said that Sunnyside is great place to live and work! We offer generous paid-time off (even if you work part-time), professional development opportunities, a safe and fun environment, and flexibility.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in mowing / landscaping and operating zero turn mowers.
• Must have overall knowledge of plants, trees and shrubs.
• Ability to process information accurately, make appropriate decisions and take appropriate action based upon the information available.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Current Virginia driver’s license and meets driver eligibility requirements per Sunnyside policy HR069 preferred.
• Strong customer service skills; maintain a hospitality approach to engaging with all individuals.

Physical & Environmental Considerations:

• This job operates in an indoor and outdoor environment with varying weather and temperature conditions, varying outdoor surfaces and a wide range of landscaping grades.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The employee is frequently required to routinely sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 lbs or less and occasionally more than 75 lbs. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• General hazards related to operation and maintenance of landscaping equipment varying surfaces which could be wet, icy, muddy, etc. Hazards related to exposure and handling of landscaping chemicals and supplies as well as possible exposure to heat and cold. Minimal hazards if universal precautions are followed.