Groundskeeper
Plymouth Place Senior Living · La Grange Park, IL · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the role
We're looking for a Groundskeeper to maintain the landscape around the Main Building, Maintenance garage, parking areas, and the entire site, ensuring a clean and aesthetically pleasing environment.
Schedule
Tuesday - Saturday: 7:30 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Responsibilities
- Apply skills to ensure Person-Centered Care as exhibited through our Pillars of Excellence: People, Stewardship, Service, Quality, and Growth.
- Trim shrubs, bushes, and ornamental trees in planting areas around the Main Building, following accepted horticultural standards.
- Plant and water flowers around the Main Building according to the grower’s recommendations.
- Weed, cultivate, and maintain planting beds around the Main Building on a weekly basis.
- Water existing turf areas, as well as newly seeded and sod areas around the entire campus, according to specific grass species requirements.
- Pick up and dispose of papers, leaves, sticks, and limbs from curbs, gutters, and storm inlets daily.
- Conduct general cleanup and policing of campus grounds daily to preserve the aesthetic appearance of the property.
- Participate in the removal of snow and ice and the application of salt to roads and walks.
- Clean cottage gutters in a safe and efficient manner.
- Assist in the assembly and relocation of furniture and equipment safely and according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Set up and break down furniture and equipment for meetings and special events safely and efficiently.
- Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, and follow all Plymouth Place policies and procedures.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
- Attend in-service and education programs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- Valid driver’s license.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
Skills
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with building and grounds aesthetics for a facility.
- Knowledge of safe operation of hand and power tools and other power equipment per manufacturer’s recommendations and in accordance with safety programs.
- Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and interact with residents, families, and employees.
Benefits
Learn about the Plymouth Place Benefit Packet offered to all Full-Time Employees: 2026 Benefit Guide.