Grass Cutting and Cleanup Team Member

Work with a team to do property maintenance and neighborhood improvement projects including cutting grass, cleaning up / boarding vacant properties, basic construction/landscaping, and other projects to improve the quality of life in Youngstown’s neighborhoods.

Responsibilities

• Complete neighborhood improvement and property maintenance tasks, including but not limited to: grass cutting, vacant property cleanup, board-up of vacant structures, debris removal, planting trees and landscaping, basic construction and renovation work to vacant homes, exterior and interior painting, sidewalk cleanup, scraping and painting, and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain a steady work pace and lead by example.
• Train new staff and volunteers.
• Ensure that YNDC protocols, policies and workplace discipline are strictly and consistently enforced.
• Keep track of tools and equipment and perform routine maintenance as needed.
• Maintain daily logs and other documentation necessary to demonstrate work completed.
• Ensure proper use of fuel and consumable materials.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept clean, well-maintained, functional, and secure at ALL times.
• Ensure all facilities and job sites remain safe and well-organized at all times.

Qualifications

• Must be drug free, have a valid driver’s license, and own transportation.
• Ability to be on time, reliably report to work, and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to drive pickup trucks, dump trucks, landscaping trailers, and other equipment safely.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds and walk at least 5 miles daily.
• Must be willing to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Strong commitment to safety and willingness to train team members and volunteers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and workloads simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a diverse team of staff and partners.
• Must be able to communicate and follow instructions effectively and enforce organizational policies.
• High level of professional ethics and ability to communicate the organization’s mission and vision.
• Ability to safely operate mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, pole saws, pruners, and related tools and equipment.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills; training will be provided.
• Ability to perform basic routine maintenance to professional landscaping equipment and vehicles.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Pay

$22–24 per hour

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 10-hour shifts. Evening and weekend work may be required.