Groundskeeper

$18.03 - $26.52 (based on years of experience)

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The The Lake Forest Place Team is seeking a dynamic Groundskeeper who will be maintaining the overall appearance, cleanliness, and safety of the Lake Forest Place campus. This position supports a welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors by performing seasonal landscaping, routine grounds maintenance, and assisting with outdoor events or activities as needed.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO): With rollover and sellback options
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) with employer match
• Disability Coverage: Long-term and short-term plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
• Continuing Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
• Commuter Benefits: public transportation and mileage reimbursement
• Pet Insurance: Coverage for pet’s health and wellbeing
• Chaplain Counseling: Onsite 24/7 availability for spiritual and emotional support

Wellness:

• Wellhub: Gym benefit for fitness and health
• Onsite Fitness Centers: Convenient access to gym facilities
• Employee Engagement: Organize events to build community
• Financial Counseling: Professional advice for financial wellbeing
• Mentorship Program: Guidance and career development

Position Overview:
The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the overall appearance, cleanliness, and safety of the Lake Forest Place campus. This position supports a welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors by performing seasonal landscaping, routine grounds maintenance, and assisting with outdoor events or activities as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain facility grounds, including mowing, trimming, raking, and watering lawns and landscaped areas.

• Perform routine edging of garden beds and walkways to keep borders clean and defined.

• Fertilize soil and landscaped areas to promote healthy plant growth.

• Water flowers, shrubs, and other greenery using irrigation systems or manual methods as needed.

• Prune and trim trees, shrubs, and flower beds to maintain appearance and plant health.

• Keep walkways, driveways, and outdoor areas free from leaves, litter, and other hazards.

• Assist with seasonal landscaping tasks such as planting, mulching, and snow or ice removal.

• Clear assigned areas of snow during winter months to ensure safe access.

• Operate and maintain groundskeeping tools and equipment, such as trimmers, blowers, and lawn mowers.

• Identify and report safety hazards or landscaping concerns to the Landscaping Supervisor.

• Assist with setup and takedown for outdoor community activities and events.

• Collaborate with the Maintenance team to uphold a high standard of facility care.

• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Presbyterian Homes Corporate Compliance policies, including confidentiality and concern for resident well-being.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Desire to work outdoors and perform physically active tasks in all weather conditions.

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe environment.

• Team-oriented and able to collaborate effectively with other departments.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of elementary school education.

• Three to six months of groundskeeping experience preferred, or will train on site.

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry shrubs and equipment weighing 20–50 pounds.

• Push and pull lawn and snow equipment.

• Frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl while caring for lawns, shrubs, and flowers.

• Occasionally climb and balance while working on trees or elevated areas.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to dirt, dust, loud noise, and temperature extremes.

• Work performed primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Hazards:

• Potential risk of injury from tools, lawn equipment, and snow removal machinery.

About Us:
At Presbyterian Homes, we are a distinguished non-profit senior living care organization with a legacy dating back to 1904. We proudly offer a full continuum of care across four luxury retirement communities, including independent and assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Our commitment to excellence in senior living has earned us national recognition and accreditation. We foster a supportive and rewarding workplace environment, as evidenced by our consistently high ratings in engagement surveys.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Presbyterian Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe