Grounds Maintenance Technician

Position: Grounds Maintenance Technician

Department: Facilities

Reports to: Director of Facilities & Master Planning, Jules Nau

Status: Exempt

Salary: $18/hr. - $20/hr.

To Apply Contact: Director of Facilities and Master Planning, Jules Nau, julesnau@cate.org

Job Description

The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for the daily upkeep and maintenance of the community, including buildings, landscaping, parking lots/structures, trash areas and common areas, and performs a range of duties to include but not limited to; painting, cleaning, removing items left behind in vacated homes, and pool maintenance. The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for conducting all job duties in accordance with company policy and all safety protocols, and supports the overall objective of meeting the expectations of the based on the respective operation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Curb Appeal-by definition

Maintain the outside appearance of the apartment community, including buildings, landscaping, trash areas, and parking lots.

Daily cleaning of common grounds:

Clean debris from grounds and all common areas daily. Debris which is to be disposed of includes,but is not limited to, trash, cigarette butts, pet waste, leaves along curbing and other unsightly items that will distract from the appearance of the flower beds, sidewalks, grass areas, parking lots, breezeways and dumpster enclosures.

Keep the street and parking lot curbing free of debris.

Hose out dumpster and keep area clean and free of debris.

Keep common area light globes clean and free of debris.

Keep pool decking and furniture hosed down as needed (based on seasonal conditions).

Arrange pool furniture daily in a neat and organized manner.

Trash receptacles to be emptied a minimum of once daily.

Sidewalks, stairways and breezeways to be swept and kept free of debris.

Landscaped areas to be kept free of debris.

Daily upkeep of amenity spaces including but not limited to playgrounds, basketball/sports courts, tennis courts, etc.

Maintenance of Common Grounds

Painted curbing should always appear freshly painted

Parking lot should appear freshly striped

Bumper blocks are to be in a neat and orderly fashion.

Pool and stairway fencing to be painted when needed.

Dumpsters to be maintained in operable condition.

Equipment provided for your use to complete the job will not be abused. You will maintain all equipment. Your supervisor should be informed of repair needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role, preferably within Residential Property Management. Experience in hotel maintenance, facilities maintenance, or

May Require a Valid Driver's License, a good driving record, current motor vehicle insurance that meets State requirements, and an operable vehicle that meets FPI's Driving Standards and Personal Vehicle Use policy.

Must be able to wear a respirator, if required, and have the ability to be medically fit for duty and cleared to wear a respirator, and comply with FPI's facial hair policy.

Must be proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English.

Basic computer skills (email, internet, etc.).

May be required to provide and maintain own tools.

Skills Required:

Customer Service

Landscaping

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8-hour shift / 40 hours a week / In person

Day shift

Monday to Friday

About Cate

For more than a century, Cate School has blended together the tradition of the East Coast with the innovation of the West Coast in the service of a dynamic, diverse, and close-knit community. A four-year college preparatory school with a low student-to-faculty ratio, small class sizes, and inviting residential spaces, Cate’s inquiry-based program is designed to challenge, inspire, and support boarding and day students whose interests, abilities, characters, and aspirations make them individually and collectively exceptional.

Join a professional community that is celebrated for its transformational pedagogy and that fosters curiosity. Here, our faculty thrives within a dynamic culture driven by an unwavering dedication to the greatest growth possible, a spirit of innovation and progress, and a core of care and support for each member of this community.

Cate School is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity Employment and nondiscrimination in the treatment of employees or applicants for employment without consideration of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, gender or gender identity.

Cate School offers competitive compensation. In setting compensation ranges, Cate School reviews numerous factors including industry data from NAIS, CAIS, NBOA, and other market data. Final Salary is based on experience relevant to the role and internal equity.

Note: This job description is intended to convey essential information about the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.