Groundskeeper- Full-Time

About Us:

Foxdale Village, a Quaker-directed, non-profit, Continuing Care Retirement Community located in State College, PA is seeking a Groundskeeper. This is a non-exempt full-time position, that works 80 hours per pay period (bi-weekly) accompanied with full-time benefits.

Daily Tasks include:

Sweep carports, driveways, and walkways as designated by the Maintenance Manager.
Weed bedding areas. Trim shrubs and trees. Mow lawns. Plant flowers.
Transplant and divide perennials.
Fertilize lawn and shrubs.
Maintain water level in the fountain.
Keep equipment in good operating condition (change oil, sharpen mower blades, and repair small engines).
Serve in an on-call status during inclement weather and assist with snow removal as needed.
Complete work orders in a timely manner.
Complete maintenance tasks as needed.

Groundskeeper Compensation & Benefits at Foxdale Village Include:

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
Short Term, Long Term, and Life Insurance Plans
Paid time off (PTO)
Holiday Pay
Time and a half pay for holidays worked
403 (B) retirement program with Match Options
Flexible Spending Accounts
Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement after one year of employment

Requirements

Groundskeeper Minimum Qualifications Include:
Education: A high school diploma or its equivalent.
Training: The ability to earn a state license to apply pesticides is preferred.
Skills: The ability to use the Internet to research and order supplies is preferred. The ability to communicate effectively with staff and residents.
Experience: Related maintenance and landscaping experience such as knowledge of various types of native foliage, flowers, trees, shrubs, and other greenery, and how to maintain them is preferred. Turf management, horticulture, and landscape design experience are preferred. Ability to work outdoors and operate lawn mowing equipment and use other grounds maintenance equipment.

Foxdale Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-Time/ Non-Exempt