Forest Aide jobs in Boston, MA

WinnCompanies is looking for an adaptable and dependable Groundskeeper to join our team at Deerfield Forest Condominiums, a 334-unit residential community located in Natick, MA.

In this role, you will be responsible for performing landscaping functions to ensure the appearance and physical condition of the property is maintained to management expectations.

Please note that this is a temporary, full-time position, which will work from the end of May 2024 to the start of September 2024. It is not eligible for Winn benefits.

• Maintain grounds by planting, fertilizing, and watering flowers; edging and weeding flower beds; installing mulch and pruning shrubs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on grounds equipment, such as trimmers, edgers, and lawn mowers.
• Water the grass and flowers by moving hoses around the property, according to the property water plan. Mow the grass depending upon the site requirements.
• Keep the grounds clean by picking up paper, emptying trash receptacles, and sweeping the parking lot and walkways.
• Assist in inclement weather, such as snow and ice removal.
• Perform indoor work during inclement weather and at other times when assigned.
• Perform special assignments as needed or requested by Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.

• Less than 1 year of experience in cleaning or groundskeeping.
• A valid driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.
• Ability to perform all physical functions of the role.
• Availability to respond to weather, environmental, or emergency maintenance calls after normal working hours.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Our Benefits:

Permanent full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits:

- Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays (12 for MA employees); Generous Accrued Time Off increasing with years of service; Generous paid sick time; Annual day of service; Floating Holiday)

- 401(k) plan options with a company match

- Various Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options

- Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual employer contribution

- Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance

- Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions)

- Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities

- Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options

- Employee Corporate Discount Programs (Verizon Wireless, Home Depot Pro, Staples, and more!)

- Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles

- Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships that place undue financial stress on them and their families

- To learn more, visit winnbenefits.com

Why WinnCompanies?

A job you can be proud of: WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives. 

A job that challenges you: Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace. 

A job you can learn from: We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members’ career growth and professional development.

A team that cares: We value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we’re committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.

About Us:

WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,000 team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 24 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.

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