Summary: The groundskeeper is responsible for general landscaping maintenance and the installation and maintenance of flowerbeds, sod and trees. He/she performs manual labor and operates a variety of commercial mowers and small electrical hand tools.
Key Responsibilities:
Lawn maintenance including mowing of all grounds, weekly irrigation wet checks outside of wet checks with irrigation contractor
Provide care for other areas of properties
- Maintenance and trimming of trees and ornamental plants, including palm tree pruning and hand pruning
- Maintenance of flower beds
Clean walkways, patios, and other outdoor living areas
Administer organic pest management, when needed
Provide positive customer service by maintaining a polite, friendly demeanor and demonstrating a good work ethic by making every effort to consistently be at work on time
Coordination of required services with vendors and third party contractors
Maintain client accounts based on homesites within the same neighborhood
Other duties as assigned by employer
Required Skills and Experience
Knowledge of high standards and best practices in luxury home management
Familiarity with basic landscaping equipment
Heavy equipment experience and irrigation experience preferred
Must have knowledge of horticulture and ability to diagnose and remedy plant health
Knowledge of insecticides and chemical application for landscape
Ability to work independently without constant supervision
Must maintain a professional appearance
Must be discrete, respect customers’ privacy and understand boundaries
Physical and Other Requirements
Able to lift 80lbs+
Able to bend, flex, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions, including heat and rain
Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license in order to drive to location in Palm Beach Gardens
Willingness to work a Monday-Friday schedule and be available on weekends, when needed
Must be pet friendly
Non-smoking candidates only
Competitive salary package includes:
Compensation starts at $55k annually
Dollar for dollar match in an IRA account up to $6k/annually
Performance-based bonuses and/or an annual discretionary bonus, as Company expands
Health insurance stipend will be offered at $400/monthly
Candidate Requirements:
Resume, minimum of three (3) references, background check
Must register and be able to pass background check for safevendor.net