Grounds Worker

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Linden Ponds by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Grounds Worker I, where you will help maintain all exterior areas of the community, ensuring a beautiful and safe environment for our residents.

What we offer

Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!
A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values

Compensation: $18-$22 hourly commensurate with experience

How you will make an impact

Assist in the maintenance of all lawns, trees, gardens and shrubbery
Upkeep of all exterior areas; including trash removal, weeding, pet stations, dog runs, fencing, etc.
Installation and maintenance of exterior signs
Assist residents with gardening
Assist in the snow removal of the community
Assistance in the maintenance of all associated equipment
Application of landscaping chemicals

What you will need

Minimum 1 year of landscaping or grounds experience preferred
Be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Valid driver’s license is required if operating Community vehicles
Must be able to work independently
Ability to use required equipment and implement all plans formulated by Grounds Management
May be required to work a non-standard schedule. In addition, maybe assigned an on-call schedule as needed

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Linden Ponds is a beautiful 108-acre continuing care retirement community located on the South Shore in Hingham, Massachusetts. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Linden Ponds helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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