Grass Cutting and Cleanup Team Member

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

MONDAY-THURSDAY 10 HOUR SHIFTS

Evening and weekend work may be required

$22-24 per hour

Work with a team to do property maintenance and neighborhood improvement projects including cutting grass, cleaning up / boarding vacant properties, basic construction/landscaping, and other projects to improve the quality of life in Youngstown’s neighborhoods.

Skills/Qualifications

• Must be DRUG FREE, have a valid driver’s license, and own transportation.
• Ability to be on time, reliably report to work, and complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to drive pickup trucks, dump trucks, landscaping trailers, and other equipment safely.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 pounds and walk at least 5 miles daily.
• Must be willing to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Strong commitment to safety and willingness to train team members and volunteers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and workloads simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to work independently of and in collaboration with a diverse team of staff and partners.
• Must be able to communicate and follow instructions effectively and enforce organizational policies.
• High level of professional ethics and ability to communicate the organization’s mission and vision.
• Ability to safely operate mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, pole saws, pruners, and related tools and equipment.
• Ability & willingness to learn new skills. Training will be provided.
• Ability to perform basic routine maintenance to professional landscaping equipment and vehicles.
  
  
  

Responsibilities

• Complete neighborhood improvement and property maintenance tasks, including but not limited to: grass cutting, vacant property cleanup, board-up of vacant structures, debris removal, planting trees and landscaping, basic construction and renovation work to vacant homes, exterior and interior painting, sidewalk cleanup, scraping and painting, and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain a steady work pace and lead by example. Train new staff and volunteers.
• Ensure that YNDC protocols, policies and workplace discipline are strictly and consistently enforced.
• Keep track of tools and equipment and perform routine maintenance as needed.
• Maintain daily logs and other documentation necessary to demonstrate work completed.
• Ensure proper use of fuel and consumable materials.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are kept clean, well-maintained, functional, and secure at ALL times.
• Ensure all facilities and job sites remain safe and well-organized at all times.
  
  
  

TO APPLY , visit our website www.YNDC.org

YNDC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION.