Job Description
Dunwoody Village, a five-star rated continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Newtown Square is currently seeking a dedicated and motivated for a full-time groundskeeper. The standard shift is from 6:30AM-2:30PM Monday through Friday.
The groundskeeper is responsible for the following:
• Mulching, fertilizing, weeding, planting, pruning, shoveling, snow/leaf removal, and litter removal on the property.
• Operation of landscape equipment and installation of seasonal decorations.
• Must have a valid PA driver's license to drive equipment and operate the truck with a snowplow during winter weather.
• Various other duties as assigned by the Grounds Supervisor.
Position Requirements:
• The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar setting.
• Willingness and ability to work in all weather conditions. This position will need to be available during non-standard hours during significant winter weather events.
• The ability to walk, stoop, kneel, climb, bend, and the ability to repeatedly lift, carry, push, pull, 50+ lbs.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; ability to relate to others. A keen interest in working with older adults is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old in order to use equipment on property.
What separates Dunwoody Village from every other CCRC?
▪ We are one of the few 5-star rated facilities in the region and we pride ourselves on a standard of providing exceptional care to our residents while maintaining a welcoming/supportive environment for our team members
▪ We are easy to get to! Our employees who drive have access to ample free parking and our campus is easily accessible via public transportation from 69th Street Terminal. Bus Routes 104 and 120 are located directly across the street from our campus.
▪ Our full-time employees enjoy an extensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription, short-term disability, long-term disability, and a 403b retirement plan that includes a generous company match + a year-end discretionary contribution. We also offer PTO, tuition assistance, and semi-annual bonuses.
Applicants may reply to this ad with a resume and salary requirements. In addition, submissions can be faxed to (610) 359-4449 or email to hr@dunwoody.org with the above title in the subject line.
Please note we will only contact candidates who meet the above criteria; please no phone calls about the position. All offers of positions are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, clean driver's record, satisfactory references, Influenza record, and drug screen.
Dunwoody Village is a thriving and friendly community -- come make a difference and join our team today! Learn more about us at www.dunwoody.org.
Dunwoody Village is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.
