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Grounds Maintenance *NEW LEAF APPLICATION REQUIRED - Please visit our website at: https://www.newleafinc.org/jobs{rel="nofollow"} Accepting applications 6/10/2024 - 6/24/2024

Job description

The Grounds Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance, care, and modification of grounds and landscapes which includes the operation of electrically powered and gasoline-powered groundskeeping equipment and machines, and the use of small hand and power tools or equipment in planting, cultivating, and trimming grounds and landscaping. The Grounds Maintenance Worker also performs maintenance on groundskeeping equipment and tools and makes minor repairs (within demonstrated capability) as directed.

Pay & Benefits

• $18.39/Hour (Current Department of Labor Wage Determination Rate) ($21.29 Tractor Driver -- valid driver's license required).
• Excellent benefits package:
• Health & Welfare benefit ($4.57/Hour) pays for health insurance after 60 days of employment. Optional dental & vision -- cost is out of pocket.
• 11 Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave -- accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
• Up to 2 weeks of paid vacation per year after one year of employment
• 401k matching after one year of employment, up to 4%
• Paid Life insurance: $50,000 after 90 days of employment
• Longevity stipend with Board of Directors approval
• $50 yearly PPE allowance for boots

Schedule

• Monday-Friday 8:30am -- 5:00pm with a half-hour lunch. (35-40 hours a week).
• Saturdays are sometimes required during peak season (April-June).
• Potential for seasonal layoffs Oct-March. Also potential for winter work and advancement for high-achieving employees.

Requirements

• A Grounds Maintenance Worker to maintain, repair, and provide service on all grounds to ensure that they are clean, safe, and attractive.
• Some prior experience operating lawnmowers and trimmers is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to pass a background check at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Felonies will prohibit job site access.
• A clean driving record and a valid driver's license are required.

Main Responsibilities

• Mowing, trimming, pruning, edging, mulching, aeration, and fertilization.
• Weed and brush control.
• Debris cleanup.
• Cleaning and caring for tools and equipment.

Main Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outside up to 8 hours a day, including standing, walking, and working on steep inclines such as hills and un-level ground.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. / push and pull up to 70 lbs.
• Must have good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and a good sense of balance.
• Once trained, must be able to operate a 12lb trimmer for up to 6 hours.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

New Leaf, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that gives hiring preference to people with significant disabilities and qualified protected veterans by offering great pay and excellent benefits packages. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and value workforce diversity. New Leaf, Inc. 660 SE Fidalgo Ave. Oak Harbor, WA 98277 (360) 675-1989