Hart Library - Seasonal Groundskeeper with Light Indoor Cleaning

Job Description: Seasonal Groundskeeper with Light Indoor Cleaning

Location: John C. Hart Memorial Library, Shrub Oak, NY

Hours: up to 35 hours per week

Wage: $20.00 per hour

Duration: 3 months (Start ASAP)

We are looking for a motivated Seasonal Groundskeeper to assist our full time Caretaker with maintaining the outdoor grounds of our public library property. This role focuses on keeping the 3-acre landscape neat, safe, and attractive, with some light indoor cleaning duties during inclement weather.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the library grounds including mowing lawns, trimming bushes, edging, weeding flower beds, and removing leaves and debris.
• Perform litter pickup and general upkeep of outdoor areas to ensure a clean and inviting environment.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools safely and effectively.
• During periods of bad weather when outdoor work is not possible, perform light indoor cleaning tasks such as sweeping, dusting, trash removal, and restroom tidying.
• Follow all safety guidelines and maintain equipment in good working order.

Qualifications

• Experience with groundskeeping or landscaping preferred; training can be provided.
• Comfortable operating lawn and garden equipment.
• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors for extended periods, including lifting, bending, and standing.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work in all weather conditions (rain or shine).
• Ability to perform light indoor cleaning tasks when needed.
• Strong attention to detail and a positive, proactive attitude.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your groundskeeping experience or interest to Yvonne Cech [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.