Groundskeeper

Job Overview

AFW is looking for a Groundskeeper who will be able to provide professional landscaping services for our entire facility. The Groundskeeper will be responsible for performing ongoing landscaping tasks, as well as routine maintenance of all landscaping equipment.

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and the outside appearance of the facility. If you have experience in landscaping and a strong attention to detail, then AFW is looking for you.

Job Responsibilities & Duties

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Commitment to AFW's safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.

• Mow the lawns, prune the bushes and trees, edge the walkways and give the grounds a manicured look.

• Perform regular maintenance and minor repairs on the lawn care equipment and tools.

• Take on special landscaping or planting projects as deemed necessary by the AFW management team.

• Collaborate with the maintenance team to make sure the grounds and the building are properly cared and clean up to AFW standards.

• Plant and care for shrubs, trees, plants, and flowers.

• Sprays for weeds and insects using chemicals approved by AFW.

• Report all acts of vandalism, destruction of property and suspicious behavior to management.

• Report all property issues and potential liabilities along with recommendations for solving such issues to the AFW management team.

• Pick up litter, rake and bag leaves, etc.

• Repairs fences, gates, walls, and irrigation systems, using carpentry, masonry and painting tools.

• May operate trucks and assorted power equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.

• Ability to efficiently work independent of direct supervision.

• Maintain a neat and safe work environment.

• All training provided by AFW

• Other duties to be assigned/directed by supervisor.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Job Requirements

• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the ability to safely use personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Knowledge of fertilizers, insecticides, and herbicides used in grounds care and gardening.

• Experience using power tools, pruning tools, and lawn mowers.

• Previous experience as a groundskeeper, gardener, or similar role.

• Able to have a flexible schedule and work all shifts, holidays, and weekends.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED is preferred.; equivalent combination of education and experience accepted in lieu of diploma.

Compensation

Pay Rate: Starting at $17/hour and up - dependent on experience

Pay Grade A: $16.00-26.91

At AFW we offer great perks: weekly pay, benefits package (medical, dental, vision), 401k matching, and more!

Physical Requirements

• Capacity to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas.
• Capability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily.
• Lifting, gripping, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving merchandise 8 hours or more daily.
• Continuous use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
• Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs. and the skill to handle/manipulate up to 100 lbs. frequently.
• Able to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and flooring.

Work Environment

• Fluorescent Lighting
• Concrete Flooring
• Climate affected by outside conditions
• Considerable exterior noise
• Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse

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American Furniture Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at American Furniture Warehouse - an Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

A pre-employment drug screen, background and fit for duty exam check must be passed upon job offer.

Since 1975, our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver and this is exactly what we do on a daily basis! At AFW, we strongly believe in recognizing those who exemplify excellence, and reward them for contributing to our collective success. We strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even greater buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse We Do It Right the First Time!