Landscaper

Homes for Good is looking for a Landscaper to join our team!

LANDSCAPER

POSTING DATE:  Monday, February 10, 2025

CLOSING DATE:  Monday, February 24, 2025

SALARY - $17.87 to $23.94 per hour ($37,169.60 to $49,795.20 per year)

WHO WE ARE

Homes for Good Housing Agency is a high performing public housing authority located in Eugene Oregon, servicing all of Lane County (4,600 sq. miles). The Agency’s primary work is to help low-income Lane County residents access and maintain affordable housing.

Homes for Good has been and will continue to implement a workplace culture change that includes increased emphasis on racial justice, customer service, quality control, and compliance. Homes for Good is passionate about providing employees opportunities to maximize career growth while experiencing the personal satisfaction of working for a mission driven organization.

At Homes for Good, employees are supported and empowered by a collaborative culture that shapes how we work together with the common goal of providing essential housing services throughout Lane County.

Homes for Good is an equal opportunity employer, committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion throughout our organization and within our hiring and promotional practices. We endeavor to hire a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, with an understanding that a diverse and inclusive staff will strengthen our Agency. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

OUR SUPPORTIVE HOUSING TEAM

Our Supportive Housing Division provides housing and supportive services directly to the people who need it most and our cross-functional team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service while supporting our residents in achieving stability and success. The Supportive Housing Division consists of the Property Management, Resident Services and Maintenance departments. Our combined programs help over 900 households increase stability, access to opportunity, and success in housing.

WHAT YOU WILL DO FOR OUR TEAM

As a key role in our Fee for Service Department, the Landscaper provides routine work, janitorial support and assistance to Maintenance who care for Agency owned facilities, units, and grounds.

DUTIES:

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Performs a variety of grounds maintenance duties: Edging, weeding and mowing, pick-up and remove papers and other debris, blowing and cleaning of sidewalks and parking lots, basic trimming of trees and shrubs, repair and maintenance of sprinkler systems, weed and moss control, care and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Assists in preparation and clean-up of housing units for re-renting to the next occupant including removing debris and household items, snaking of drain/sewer lines, minor related plumbing (supply lines, sink, toilet) installation and repair.
• Assists with preparation for and painting of units.
• Performs general janitorial duties that include sweeping, cleaning windows, window frames, channels and screens, sanitizing restrooms, cleaning light fixtures including coverings, replace light bulbs, clean walls, appliances, and ceilings including door frames, shelves and baseboards, mop, strip, wax, and polish floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• Performs routine exterior and custodial work, as necessary, such as cleaning laundry rooms, community rooms, kitchens, bathrooms and cleaning outside surfaces of units and buildings including gutters and down spouts.
• Completes a variety of day-to-day tasks as required to assist in the upkeep of complexes and units.
• Maintains accurate records, logs, and files of activities.
• Provides excellent customer service at all times to residents, guests, contractors, employees.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and perform work without direct supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job, and believe you would be the best fit, we would encourage you to apply.

Please use your cover letter to explain how you will accomplish parts of the job for which you have less experience. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us at hr@homesforgood.org.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job is sufficient. Typical combinations of training and experience would be:

SUBSTITUTION:

Any combination of experience and education on a year for year basis up to a maximum of four years of responsible community or social service experience may be substituted for the education required provided that the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work, has been demonstrated and ascertained.

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate will likely have knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• Knowledge of general principles of quality building and maintenance repair work. Experience in grounds/landscaping/tree trimming work.
• Knowledge of general principles of quality building and maintenance repair work. Experience in grounds/landscaping/tree trimming work.
• Knowledge of general principles of low-income or private sector property management; Public or assisted housing programs.
• Knowledge in the use of smart phones, tablets, texting, calling, internet search and other electronic device functions. Effectively use information technology resources including personal computer, cellular devices and software applications. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel or other software programs, at a beginning to intermediate level.
• Ability to interact professionally with the public, clients, staff, contractors and others. 
• Willingness to learn and proficiently use the Agency’s work order and inventory management systems; learn and interpret Agency programs, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently; effectively cooperate and coordinate with team members and others; recognize the value of individual and cultural difference and create a work environment where individual’s differences are valued; effectively communicate with others both verbally and in writing.

EXPERIENCE:

The successful candidate will likely have experience in residential or commercial landscaping, and performing basic maintenance tasks.

TRAINING:

The successful candidate will likely have a high school diploma or equivalent.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Oregon vehicle driver’s license, and be insurable at standard rates.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

COMPENSATION:

The pay range for this position $17.87 to $23.94 per hour ($37,169.60 to $49,795.20 per year) with a generous benefits package which includes paid health, dental and vision insurance for you and your family after one month of employment, along with life insurance and a 12% contribution of your monthly salary into a retirement account after 6 months of employment.

Homes for Good offers a family friendly environment with flexible scheduling options, generous paid time off (PTO) program starting at 17.33 hours per month and paid family leave.

BILINGUAL DIFFERENTIAL:

This position is eligible for a bilingual differential of 5.7% upon passing a written and oral proficiency exam. Candidates must be bilingual in English and Spanish to qualify for this differential.

WE’RE THRILLED THAT YOU ARE CONSIDERING APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION!

PLEASE READ THE DETAILS BELOW FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY FOR THE ROLE

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Click here to view a PDF of the job announcement. 

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and training.

All applicants will be required to take a pre-employment assessment upon submission of application materials. A link to the pre-employment assessment will be included in a confirmation email. Applicants who fail to take the pre-employment assessment will not be considered for further consideration.

***The pre-employment assessment is an important step in our hiring process. If you do not receive an email confirmation with a link to the assessment after you submit your application, please check your junk mailbox. If you are unable to locate the confirmation email and assessment link, please email us at hr@homesforgood.org and we will send you the assessment link***

The best-qualified applicants may be invited to complete further testing, which may consist of any combination of written, oral, performance exercises and/or skills testing. Responses to supplemental questions are required if applicable.

POSTING DATE:  Monday, February 10, 2025

CLOSING DATE:  Monday, February 24, 2025

This position is represented by AFSCME Local 3267.

Note: This is an equal opportunity employer and complies with State and Federal laws and regulations relating to the 1973 Rehabilitation Act, Section 504, and the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the 2009 Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment (ADAA).  Homes for Good does not discriminate on the basis of disability status in the admission or access to its federally assisted programs or activities. Entrance Requirements: Homes for Good will establish or revise the entrance requirements of this position in order to provide a reasonable accommodation for a disability if doing so does not impose an undue hardship on the operation of the program.  A reasonable accommodation may include, depending on the nature of the job duties, waiving the requirements for a physical examination and/or the requirement to possess or obtain a driver’s license. It shall be the policy of Homes for Good to assist and encourage the employment of persons with disabilities who are able and qualified to perform the work for which they have made application.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This position specification is not an employment agreement or contract. Homes for Good has the exclusive right to alter this position specification at any time, without notice. This position specification is not an employment agreement or contract. Homes for Good has the exclusive right to alter this position specification at any time, without notice.

Salary : $37,170 - $49,795