About the Position
A strong spiritual life and a heart for God and His work
Love the Saviour and the souls for whom He died
Enter energetically into the Lord’s work
Can follow directions
Excels in time management
Good listener and communicator
Courteous, cheerful, and compassionate
Flexible with hours and tasks
Teachable and able to teach others
Gifted in organization and attention to detail
Serve with kindness
Eager to be helpful
Exhibit passion about God's principles of good health
What you will be doing
Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the outdoor grounds of an establishment.
Lawn maintenance: Mowing lawns, watering grass, and removing weeds and debris
Plant maintenance: Planting flowers and shrubbery, trimming trees and hedges, and fertilizing soil
Groundskeeping equipment: Operating and maintaining lawn care equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, and irrigation systems
Snow and debris removal: Clearing snow and debris from walkways, parking lots, and other areas
Ornamental features: Caring for fountains, planters, and benches
Communication: Communicating with campus manager to understand their vision for the space
Should have a strong work ethic, be detail-oriented, and have a passion for creating aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments.
What you need
Previous work experience as a groundskeeper or similar role, or experience in landscaping and gardening.
Knowledge of gardening techniques, products, and landscaping, including horticultural knowledge (how to plant grass seed and choose ground cover plants).
The ability to stand for long periods throughout all four seasons.
The ability to communicate with the campus manager and other farm staff to receive assignments, report progress, and realize an environment and landscape that promotes healing.
Familiarity with sprinkler systems, lawn mowers, and other landscaping equipment, and experience using and maintaining the tools required for the position.
Special Demands
Physical strength and stamina
Prepare outdoor areas for different weather conditions