The Historic Downtown Special Improvement District in Jersey City is looking for a Groundskeeper/Cleaning Crew Member to join our team! The position is full-time but includes a 90-day probationary period.

Job Requirements:

Watering the plants and flowers in the district and maintaining the appearance of the planters.
Must be able to work outdoors for an extended period of time.
Must be able to lift 25-30 pounds of gear for events.
Must have experience cleaning outdoors: the position includes cleaning and handling outdoor surfaces such as sidewalks, side streets, and open plazas, which are subjected to different types of debris like leaves, dirt, bottles, and cigarette butts.
Experience with outdoor tasks like trash collection, landscaping, and event tent setup is required.
Attention to detail and cleanliness.
Team player with good communication skills.
Help vendors with their booth or stall setup, including providing assistance with tents, tables, and signage.
Assist in coordinating the logistics of vendor arrivals and departures, ensuring a smooth flow of participants.
Serve as a point of contact for vendors, addressing their questions and concerns throughout the event.
Must be available to work flexible hours and be on call to work Saturdays and Sundays if necessary.
Seasonal job: Watering the flowers/plants in the district.

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning and maintaining the Historic Downtown corridor of Jersey City.
Sweeping, emptying trash cans, and maintaining HDSID property.

Additional Information:

The organization supplies all employees with uniforms, boots, work phones, and personal protective equipment.
This position requires reliability and the ability to work outdoors.

We are looking for someone who can help ensure that the Downtown area is clean and welcoming for residents and visitors. If you meet these requirements and are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed

Supplemental Pay:

Bonus opportunities

Ability to commute/relocate:

Jersey City, NJ 07302: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

Are you authorized to work in the US?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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