Groundskeeper Part Time

SPCA Florida

Job Location:

Lakeland, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant part-time

At our organization every team member contributes to improving the lives of animals. The Groundskeeper and Maintenance Assistant is responsible for helping maintain a safe clean and attractive environment throughout our facilities and campus. Success in this role requires the ability to prioritize and complete a variety of maintenance landscaping and custodial tasks each day. This position plays an important role in ensuring that our buildings and grounds are well-maintained welcoming and reflective of the high standards of care we provide to animals adopters clients visitors and staff.

Whats in it for you

Competitive Compensation Package
No Weekend Shifts or On-Call Shifts
403B Retirement Plan
Pet Care Discounts
No Cost Pet Cremation
Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees and their families for confidential assistance
Basic Life Insurance

What you will get to do:

Assist in maintaining the structural integrity of buildings and facilities by identifying reporting and assisting with repairs maintenance projects and assigned work orders.
Maintain a clean safe and professional appearance throughout all outdoor campus areas and facilities.
Assist with facility renovations additions office relocations and space modifications as needed.
Perform routine grounds keeping duties including mowing trimming edging weeding pressure washing and general landscape maintenance.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with vendors contractors and service providers.
Conduct routine inspections of vehicles grounds fencing and landscaping equipment to identify maintenance needs and potential safety concerns.
Maintain flower beds lawns memorial gardens sidewalks and landscaped areas by removing weeds and preventing overgrowth.
Maintain all fencing areas by removing weeds vegetation and debris and performing preventative maintenance to ensure fences remain safe and functional.
Edge sidewalks curbs walkways and landscaped areas regularly to maintain a neat appearance and prevent overgrowth from creating hazards.
Trim and maintain hedges shrubs bushes and trees to promote healthy growth and an attractive appearance.
Remove fallen leaves branches and debris from parking lots sidewalks walking trails dog play yards and other campus areas.
Maintain walking trails and pathways ensuring they remain clear safe and accessible for use.
Collect and properly dispose of trash litter and debris found throughout the property.
Clean maintain inventory and properly store all landscaping tools equipment and supplies.
Operate all tools equipment vehicles and machinery safely and in accordance with established safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
Recognize unsafe conditions and take appropriate corrective action to help ensure the safety of staff visitors volunteers animals and the public.
Direct and support volunteers participating in grounds keeping beautification and maintenance projects.
Share ideas and recommendations for campus beautification landscaping improvements and facility enhancements with the Facilities and Maintenance Manager.
Support organizational events emergency preparedness efforts and special facility-related projects as assigned.
Adhere to and promote all organizational policies procedures safety standards and employee handbook requirements.
Maintain dependable attendance work schedules and timely completion of assigned tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and operational needs of the organization.

What Were Looking For:

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in facilities maintenance grounds keeping landscaping property maintenance or a related field preferred.
Experience operating landscaping equipment power tools and light maintenance equipment preferred.
Valid Florida drivers license with an acceptable driving record required.
Ability to safely perform physical labor in varying weather conditions and environmental settings.
Ability to lift carry push and pull materials equipment and supplies as required to perform job duties.
Basic knowledge of landscaping grounds maintenance building maintenance and workplace safety practices.
An equivalent combination of education training and experience that directly relates to the knowledge skills and abilities required for this position may be considered in lieu of specific experience requirements.

At SPCA Florida we strive to maintain a positive and supportive workplace culture that balances professional excellence with teamwork compassion and respect.

SPCA Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a tobacco-free and smoke-free campus and are committed to providing a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background screening requirements.

Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant part-timeAt our organization every team member contributes to improving the lives of animals. The Groundskeeper and Maintenance Assistant is responsible for helping maintain a safe clean and attractive environment throughout our facilities and campus. Success i...

Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant part-time

Whats in it for you

Competitive Compensation Package
No Weekend Shifts or On-Call Shifts
403B Retirement Plan
Pet Care Discounts
No Cost Pet Cremation
Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees and their families for confidential assistance
Basic Life Insurance

What you will get to do:

Assist in maintaining the structural integrity of buildings and facilities by identifying reporting and assisting with repairs maintenance projects and assigned work orders.
Maintain a clean safe and professional appearance throughout all outdoor campus areas and facilities.
Assist with facility renovations additions office relocations and space modifications as needed.
Perform routine grounds keeping duties including mowing trimming edging weeding pressure washing and general landscape maintenance.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with vendors contractors and service providers.
Conduct routine inspections of vehicles grounds fencing and landscaping equipment to identify maintenance needs and potential safety concerns.
Maintain flower beds lawns memorial gardens sidewalks and landscaped areas by removing weeds and preventing overgrowth.
Maintain all fencing areas by removing weeds vegetation and debris and performing preventative maintenance to ensure fences remain safe and functional.
Edge sidewalks curbs walkways and landscaped areas regularly to maintain a neat appearance and prevent overgrowth from creating hazards.
Trim and maintain hedges shrubs bushes and trees to promote healthy growth and an attractive appearance.
Remove fallen leaves branches and debris from parking lots sidewalks walking trails dog play yards and other campus areas.
Maintain walking trails and pathways ensuring they remain clear safe and accessible for use.
Collect and properly dispose of trash litter and debris found throughout the property.
Clean maintain inventory and properly store all landscaping tools equipment and supplies.
Operate all tools equipment vehicles and machinery safely and in accordance with established safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
Recognize unsafe conditions and take appropriate corrective action to help ensure the safety of staff visitors volunteers animals and the public.
Direct and support volunteers participating in grounds keeping beautification and maintenance projects.
Share ideas and recommendations for campus beautification landscaping improvements and facility enhancements with the Facilities and Maintenance Manager.
Support organizational events emergency preparedness efforts and special facility-related projects as assigned.
Adhere to and promote all organizational policies procedures safety standards and employee handbook requirements.
Maintain dependable attendance work schedules and timely completion of assigned tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and operational needs of the organization.

What Were Looking For:

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in facilities maintenance grounds keeping landscaping property maintenance or a related field preferred.
Experience operating landscaping equipment power tools and light maintenance equipment preferred.
Valid Florida drivers license with an acceptable driving record required.
Ability to safely perform physical labor in varying weather conditions and environmental settings.
Ability to lift carry push and pull materials equipment and supplies as required to perform job duties.
Basic knowledge of landscaping grounds maintenance building maintenance and workplace safety practices.
An equivalent combination of education training and experience that directly relates to the knowledge skills and abilities required for this position may be considered in lieu of specific experience requirements.

At SPCA Florida we strive to maintain a positive and supportive workplace culture that balances professional excellence with teamwork compassion and respect.