Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant; Part Time

Position:Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant (Part Time)

Location: Lakeland, FL

Job :222-331

# of Openings:1

Groundskeeper and Facilities Assistant (part-time)

At our organization, every team member contributes to improving the lives of animals. The Groundskeeper and Maintenance Assistant is responsible for helping maintain a safe, clean, and attractive environment throughout our facilities and campus. Success in this role requires the ability to prioritize and complete a variety of maintenance, landscaping, and custodial tasks each day. This position plays an important role in ensuring that our buildings and grounds are well-maintained, welcoming, and reflective of the high standards of care we provide to animals, adopters, clients, visitors, and staff.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation Package
• No Weekend Shifts or On-Call Shifts
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Pet Care Discounts
• No-Cost Pet Cremation
• Employee Assistance Program is available at no cost to all employees and their families for confidential assistance
• Basic Life Insurance

• Assist in maintaining the structural integrity of buildings and facilities by identifying, reporting, and assisting with repairs, maintenance projects, and assigned work orders.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional appearance throughout all outdoor campus areas and facilities.
• Assist with facility renovations, additions, office relocations, and space modifications as needed.
• Perform routine groundskeeping duties, including mowing, trimming, edging, weeding, pressure washing, and general landscape maintenance.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Conduct routine inspections of vehicles, grounds, fencing, and landscaping equipment to identify maintenance needs and potential safety concerns.
• Maintain flower beds, lawns, memorial gardens, sidewalks, and landscaped areas by removing weeds and preventing overgrowth.
• Maintain all fencing areas by removing weeds, vegetation, and debris and performing preventative maintenance to ensure fences remain safe and functional.
• Edge sidewalks, curbs, walkways, and landscaped areas regularly to maintain a neat appearance and prevent overgrowth from creating hazards.
• Trim and maintain hedges, shrubs, bushes, and trees to promote healthy growth and an attractive appearance.
• Remove fallen leaves, branches, and debris from parking lots, sidewalks, walking trails, dog play yards, and other campus areas.
• Maintain walking trails and pathways, ensuring they remain clear, safe, and accessible for use.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash, litter, and debris found throughout the property.
• Clean, maintain, inventory, and properly store all landscaping tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Operate all tools, equipment, vehicles, and machinery safely and in accordance with established safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Recognize unsafe conditions and take appropriate corrective action to help ensure the safety of staff, visitors, volunteers, animals, and the public.
• Direct and support volunteers participating in groundskeeping, beautification, and maintenance projects.
• Share ideas and recommendations for campus beautification, landscaping improvements, and facility enhancements with the Facilities and Maintenance Manager.
• Support organizational events, emergency preparedness efforts, and special facility-related projects as assigned.
• Adhere to and promote all organizational policies, procedures, safety standards, and employee handbook requirements.
• Maintain dependable attendance, work schedules, and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and operational needs of the organization.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in facilities maintenance, groundskeeping, landscaping, property maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience operating landscaping equipment, power tools, and light maintenance equipment preferred.
• Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.
• Ability to safely perform physical labor in varying weather conditions and environmental settings.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, equipment, and supplies as required to perform job duties.
• Basic knowledge of landscaping, grounds maintenance, building maintenance, and workplace safety practices.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that directly…