Grounds Specialist, Seasonal

Temporary Grounds Specialist l End date is 11/1/2025 l Part - time 40 hours/2 weeks l Flexible times

The Grounds Specialist is responsible for assisting and performing a variety of grounds maintenance duties. Maintains a beautiful, clean, and safe grounds environment for residents, personnel, and visitors.

About Us:

Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

The targeted pay range for this job is $18.85 - $20 per hour.

Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for weeding, planting, pruning and watering as well as the general maintenance and appearance of the grounds.
2. Trim, pick flowers and clean flower beds.
3. Clearing litter away from the garden and grounds.
4. This position prefers an individual that has previous experience in maintenance positions.
5. All Ecumen employees must possess the ability to communicate effectively, including written and verbal skills; work well, both individually and as part of a team, through respect, collaboration and dedication; and successfully interact with a diverse culture base.
6. The successful candidate must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently, and demonstrate a positive attitude, high integrity and ethical awareness.