Groundskeeper

Company Profile

San Antonio Shoemakers (SAS), a San Antonio, Texas based company, has been in business for over 40 years and has developed a reputation as a premier American manufacturer of high quality comfort footwear.

Position

SAS has an opening for a Groundskeeper to maintain the grounds at our San Antonio locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for mowing, trimming, pruning, racking and weeding.

• Water plants and lawns and add fertilizer as needed.

• Monitor and maintain plant health.

• Remove leaves and unwanted dead or damaged trees as needed.

• Ensure all lawns are maintained and mowed.

• Physically walk the property to remove litter and debris.

• Pick up, sweep, or blow with the gas-blower any clippings or debris.

• Use a blower to keep the sidewalks and walking areas clean of loose grass and brush.

• Any other duties assigned.

  Job Qualifications

• Punctual and organized

• Highly motivated

• Mature, responsible, and self-motivated with a strong work-ethic and follow through

• A self-starter who enjoys taking on new challenges to expand his/her role

• Willing to get involved in anything and everything with an “It Can Be Done” attitude

• Able to multi-task handling several projects, while working independently or with a team

• Bilingual a plus

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, open work-space environment

• Ability to work well with a team or autonomously

• Able to operate Zero Turn mower and weed eaters.

• Able to operate and use landscaping tools.

• Must have a valid driver’s license to be able to commute to the different jobsites.

  Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

• Must be able to stand/walk for 8–10 hours

• Must be able to work in an outside environment.

• Moderate twisting and lifting throughout the day

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required.

• At least one year of landscaping is preferred, but not required.

  I have read and understand the duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position and acknowledge that I can perform the essential functions of the job with or without an accommodation. I also understand that this is a summary of this position’s duties and other responsibilities may be assigned as the company deems necessary.

  SAS is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to-race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientations, national origins, disability status, age, marital status or protected veteran class. No phone calls or agencies please.