ETHIC - Excellence, Teamwork, Hospitality, Integrity, and Compassion - steadfastly characterizes our mission to continually enrich the daily lives of residents. We practice these principles with every task and interaction, from personal caregiver assistance to mowing the grass. At Touchmark, we say:
I AM AN ALLY • I AM A FRIEND • I AM A GIVER Touchmark on South Hill is a full-service retirement community that has built a reputation for catering to the needs and aspirations of active, involved people 55-plus. Situated on more than 16 gated acres of beautiful, park-like grounds, we are located at the intersection of Pittsburg and 29th Ave on Spokane's South Hill.
We are looking for a
Permanent or Seasonal Gardener/Grounds Keeper. If you're interested in a permanent year-around position that would include a winter transition with winter grounds maintenance and tasks, however, we will accept seasonal workers as well!
Pay Ranges from $24.00/hour - $26.00/hour DOE Monday - Friday work scheduleThe ideal candidate will: - Be committed to and passionate about 100% customer satisfaction
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Have experience performing grounds maintenance in a community setting; previous experience working in a health care environment is a plus, but not required
- Have experience and knowledge of grounds maintenance, including weed pulling and spraying; pruning trees and other foliage; assisting with planting of trees, flowers, and other plants; maintaining sprinkler systems; and reseeding/repairing lawn where needed
- Be able to read, write, and speak English
- Be able to maintain patient and tactful composure when dealing with residents, family members, staff members and visitors
Tasks include but not limited to: - Planting flowers
- Caring for plants and flowers- deadheading, fertilizing, pest control
- Weeding garden beds
- Rose care
- Service and Maintenance of Sprinkler Systems
- Gardening/Trimming/Raking
- Power Washing of Porches/Brick
- Gutter Cleaning
- Other Outdoor projects as assigned
- Winter grounds maintenance and tasks
The permanent or seasonal gardener position requires the physical ability to turn, stoop, bend, stretch, move equipment, climb ladders, and lift various items. Driving company vehicles requires a current driver's license, current vehicle insurance, and a satisfactory driving history.
Benefits: Touchmark is dedicated to providing the best for our residents, and it all begins with providing the best for our employees. That's why we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to our team members who work 30+ hours per week which includes:
- Paid time off (including holidays)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and eligible dependents
- Education assistance
- Bonus and retirement plans
- Health care, dependent care, and commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
- On-Demand Pay allows you to access pay as you earn it
- Employee Assistance Program
- Supplemental insurance options
At Touchmark, we have the privilege of providing a safe home environment for residents. With this in mind, we require all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If they are not yet vaccinated, new team members must have received both doses by their first day of employment to continue working at Touchmark. A copy of the vaccination policy will be provided upon request. *Please note this policy does not apply to our communities located in Montana.*We are looking to hire individuals whose values align with ours and who believe in doing everything they can to lead by example in safety, compassion, and empathy. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.
Check us out at www.Touchmark.com.
We're growing. Are you?
Other details - Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $24.00
- Max Hiring Rate $26.00
- Job Start Date Monday, March 17, 2025
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