Grounds

Year-Round, Full time Groundskeeper Needed for Private Estate

Established private estate in Dover, MA seeking year-round, full time groundskeeper. Potential candidates should have previous landscaping and groundskeeping experience. Knowledge of how private estates operate is a plus. This position is year round and requires working in variable weather conditions.
This is a full time benefits eligible position. Working hours are Monday – Friday from 7:00 am -3:30 pm.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Regular lawn care and maintenance
  • Weed whacking
  • Path maintenance
  • Raking/blowing of leaves
• Ability to operate the following machines: zero turn mower, chainsaw, small tractor with attachments
• Snow removal including shoveling and plowing.
• Moving rocks, logs and other vegetation as needed
• Climbing ladders and cleaning building gutters
• Removing trees up to 12-15" in diameter, including fallen limbs
• Weekly cleaning and upkeep of equipment

Skills and Abilities:

• Safe operation and use of equipment
• Must be able to lift and shift 70 lbs. comfortably
• Ability to bend, kneel, walk, and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• High regard for and collaboration with team members
• Excellent communication skills and ability to take direction
• Attention to detail and proactive, positive attitude
• Team player, ability to work collaboratively with a variety of team members
• Ability to be flexible as tasks and priorities are variable and evolve

Qualifications and requirements:

• Must be able to lift and shift 70lbs.
• Must be able to conduct strenuous and physically demanding tasks
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without required sponsorship
• Must have current and valid driver’s license
• Must agree to and successfully pass background screening

An honest, hardworking, conscientious team player and the ability to work safely in an environment requiring lots of standing, walking, bending and lifting required. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must. Compensation package includes competitive pay and benefits (health insurance, dental and vision, IRA and paid time off including holiday and sick days).