Grounds Technician

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Full-Time Grounds Technician to join our team. The Grounds Technician will be responsible for keeping the premises of office buildings, apartment houses, or other commercial or institutional buildings in a clean and orderly condition. This role involves various duties such as emptying wastebaskets, maintaining grounds, removing garbage from common areas, and performing power washing tasks.

We offer full-time benefits!

$15-$16 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Emptying wastebaskets and cleaning ashtrays.

- Transporting trash and waste to disposal areas.

- Maintaining grounds, including cutting and trimming grass and pulling weeds.

- Removing garbage from common areas, including maintaining dumpster areas.

- Performing power washing tasks.

- All other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

The successful candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:

- Problem-solving skills.

- Excellent customer service abilities.

- Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.

- Proficiency in written communication.

- Ability to work with diverse groups.

- Ethical conduct and professionalism.

- Organizational support and planning skills.

- Ability to prioritize and manage work activities efficiently.

- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

- Adaptability to changing work environments.

- Excellent attendance and punctuality.

- Dependability and initiative.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.

- HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, and/or janitorial experience is a plus.

- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.

- Valid driver's license.

- Must be able to provide basic hand tools.

Physical Demands:

- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

- Must be able to perform tasks involving standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and climbing.

- Specific vision abilities required, including close vision and depth perception.

Work Environment:

- Exposure to outside weather conditions.

- Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts.

- Moderate noise level in the work environment.

If you are a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this position.

PK companies is an equal opportunity employer!