Job Description

Join a Mission-Driven Team That Cares for More Than Just Grounds

At Golden Years Homestead, part of the Greencroft Communities family, we believe that a beautiful, safe, and welcoming environment makes a real difference in the lives of our residents. As a Maintenance Grounds Technician, you'll play a key role in creating and maintaining that environment—helping ensure our campus feels like home.

This is more than just a landscaping job. It’s an opportunity to bring life and beauty to our community through your hands-on work and pride in a job well done.

What You’ll Do:

• Own the Grounds: Lead the care of our outdoor spaces—including turf management, landscaping, and snow removal—ensuring our campus always looks its best.
• Create Beauty: Plant, prune, irrigate, and care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and lawns. Help plan and implement seasonal planting and beautification projects.
• Work with Purpose: Support the mission of Greencroft Communities by creating a clean, safe, and peaceful outdoor environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Collaborate & Communicate: Serve as a key liaison between our campus and turf management vendors. Keep residents and the maintenance team informed about ongoing work.
• Help in All Seasons: During winter or inclement weather, assist with general maintenance tasks and help care for campus facilities and equipment.
• Be Part of a Team: While you may work independently much of the time, you’ll also be a valued member of a team that supports and respects each other.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: No prior experience required—we’re looking for someone with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.
• Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license is required.
• Skills That Matter:
  • Basic knowledge (or willingness to learn) about turf and landscape care.
  • Comfortable using tools and grounds equipment.
  • Able to work independently and manage tasks without constant supervision.
  • Friendly and respectful communication with residents and staff.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift 30–50 lbs, and perform physical work outdoors in all types of weather.
  • Exposure to landscaping chemicals and equipment is part of the job.

Why Work at Greencroft?

• Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a non-profit organization committed to enriching the lives of seniors.
• Supportive Culture: We care about our team and treat each other with respect and compassion.
• Beautiful Campus: Work outdoors in a serene, park-like setting that your work helps shape and maintain.
• Stability & Growth: Join a team with long-term opportunities and a strong reputation in the community.

Schedule & On-Call

• Full-time, day shift.
• On-call rotation is required for certain maintenance needs.

Contact HR with questions: (574) 537-4179

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