Maintenance

The Washington Odd Fellows Home is looking for an experienced groundskeeper. Working outdoors and maintaining the visual appeal and safety is an important part of our resident’s wellbeing and you could play an important role in maintaining our beautiful gardens, lawns, and sometimes the snow-covered parking lot.

Base hourly wage is $18.00 -$22.00 Depending on experience.

Full-time Benefits include:

~ 13 days Vacation (Paid in 8-hour days at regular agreed rate)

~ Sick Leave (in accordance with WA state sick leave laws)

~ 11 Paid Holidays (Paid at 8 hours at the regular agreed rate)

~ Direct Deposit

~ On-line Time Clock, Payroll and HR system

~ On-line Scheduling system

~ 401(k) Retirement Plan

~ Insurance after 60 days eligibility is met (medical and dental company contributes 70%)

~ Voluntary vision / Aflac /AD&D/ Life

~ EAP-Provided by First Choice Health

~ Calm Wellness App

Pre-employment drug screening and background check conducted prior to start.

GROUNDSKEEPER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Department Environmental Services

Reports to Director of Environmental Services and Maintenance Manager

Reporting to this position None

Job Classification Non-Exempt

Position Purpose The Groundskeeper performs landscaping tasks using power equipment and hand tools to maintain the facility’s grounds.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous experience preferred.

• On-the-job training offered.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, or kneeling.

• Must be physically able to operate power equipment.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The Groundskeeper will…

• Mows lawns, trims weeds, and rakes leaves as assigned.

• Picks up and removes trash prior to mowing a designated area.

• Empties trash and recycling containers.

• Trims bushes, shrubs, and hedges.

• Prepares soil and plants flowers, bushes, hedges, or shrubs.

• Plants trees and prunes them when necessary.

• Cuts and removes trees as needed.

• Applies fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides as directed.

• Completes snow removal tasks such as shoveling sidewalks, steps, and doorways as needed during winter months.

• Operates snowblower or snowplow to clear roads, driveways, and parking lots.

• Performs routine maintenance on power equipment.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Assigned Tasks

 Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.

 Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.

 Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.

 Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

 Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.

 Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor/Administrator/Abuse Coordinator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.

 Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

 Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

 Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.

 Follows established infection control policies and procedures.

 As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

 Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

 Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.

 Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

 Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

 Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.

 Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

 Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

 Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.

 Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

 Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

 Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

 May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.

 Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.

 May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.

 Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement.

 Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.

 Resourcefulness.

 Strong leadership skills.

 Maintain a positive attitude and possess the ability to work in stressful situations.

 Ability to coordinate meetings, as well as set and achieve goals.

 Ability to be organized and efficient.

 Basic computer skills.

 CPR licensed and trained in first aid.

Compliance as a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal

Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the facility, including the facility’s compliance and ethics program, is a condition of employment. Compliance will be a factor in evaluating job performance. Violations, including failure to report violations, will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

This job description is intended to convey the general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Other tasks not listed here may be assigned by the supervisor. Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes in expectations placed on long term care by various governmental agencies. This job description will be reviewed and/or revised annually and as needed.

Individual performance will be evaluated using the following scale:

1. Unsatisfactory: Achieves results which are far less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated.

2. Needs Improvement: Achieves results which are less than the standards identified for the performance factors rated. Exhibits the potential to become a competent performer. May be new to job or need skill development.

3. Meets Standards: Achieves results which meet the standards identified for the performance factors rated. This rating is the expected level of performance.

4. Exceeds Standards: Achieves results which usually exceed the standards identified for the performance factors rated.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Washington state civil rights law, it is the policy of Washington Odd Fellows Home to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please Contact HR.