Job Description

PT Groundskeeper (Operations)
Lexington, KY, United States of America
$15.00 - $16.00

Overview

Are you someone who embraces others with compassion, respect, and a willingness to help? Are you passionate about animals? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of citizens and animals in our community? The Lexington Humane Society (LHS) could be the place for you!

LHS seeks candidates for a self-motivated, hard-working Part-Time Groundskeeper, who is responsible for general grounds and facility maintenance at the Lexington Humane Society (LHS) and Lexington-Fayette Animal Care & Control (LFACC).

The Groundskeeper uses power equipment and hand tools to maintain landscaping, fencing, and building façade, and completes special projects to update and improve the campus grounds and building exterior.

Candidates must have a flexible schedule and have on-call availability in case of operations or weather emergencies, must be 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and submit to motor vehicle and background checks. 

This position is part of the Operations team, and it requires a strong commitment to the mission and purpose of Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control (LFACC) and the Lexington Humane Society (LHS).

Job Skills / Requirements

Key Accountabilities:

  • Mows lawns, trims weeds, and rakes leaves as assigned
  • Picks up and removes trash prior to mowing a designated area
  • Empties recycling containers
  • Trims bushes, shrubs, and hedges
  • Prepares soil and plants flowers, bushes, hedges, or shrub.
  • Plants trees and prunes them when necessary
  • Cuts and removes trees as needed
  • Applies fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides as directed
  • Completes snow removal tasks such as salting, shoveling sidewalks and doorways as needed during winter months
  • Operates snowblower or snowplow to clear driveways and parking lots
  • Performs routine maintenance on power equipment
  • Assists with maintenance of all outdoor animal housing
  • Paints and makes repairs to building exterior and signage as assigned
  • Assists with company vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Sorts incoming donations and distributes to designated locations
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge
    • LHS and LFACC Standard Operating Procedures
    • Operates various types of power equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment
    • Uses hand tools required for landscaping
    • Extensive knowledge of landscaping techniques and processes
  • Skills
    • Excellent internal customer service skills
    • Excellent time management skills
    • Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail
    • Follows instructions and completes assignments
  • Abilities
    • Works in a team environment
    • Self-motivates and works independently in a timely fashion
    • Multitasks in a high-pressure environment
    • Assimilates incoming information and immediately prioritizes
    • Evaluates situations and determines correct level of response
    • Makes decisions quickly and accurately
    • Interfaces with other departments to ensure the humane care of animals
    • Communicates respectfully with all levels of the organization
    • Handles all types of animal, large and small
    • Able to complete prolonged periods walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, lifting, or kneeling
    • Must be physically able to operate power equipment
    • Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions
    • Lifts animals sometimes weighing in excess of 60 lbs
    • Handles constant mental pressure of life and death decision-making by other staff members
    • Maintains flexibility and willingness to assist with what is needed for the betterment of the organization
 

 

 

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma

Additional Information / Benefits

-Exciting work environment 

-Opportunities to work with and help animals everyday

-Opportunities for career advancement

-Hand-on training and professional development

-Uniforms and safety/communication equipment

-Weekly pay

-Eligibility to participate in a Pet Wellness Program for your owned pets

-20% merchandise discount

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Pension/Retirement

This job reports to the Operations Manager

This is a Part-Time position 1st Shift.

Number of Openings for this position: 1