Mobile Loaves & Fishes (MLF) is a social outreach ministry that has been empowering communities into a lifestyle of service with the homeless since 1998. Founded in Austin, Texas, the organization serves its homeless neighbors through three core programs: Truck Ministry, Community First! Village, and Community Works. Often referred to as the most talked about neighborhood in Austin, Community First! Village is a 51-acre master planned development that provides affordable, permanent housing and a supportive community for men and women coming out of chronic homelessness. We are now embarking on a new phase of community expansion, adding more than 1400 new neighbors over the next 5-10 years.
The Community Groundskeeper is an integral part of the Grounds & Facilities department, focusing on the general upkeep and care of the landscape at Community First! Village (CFV). This includes grounds maintenance and participation in grounds construction activities, and working alongside a Property Beautification team made up of staff, volunteers, and formerly homeless neighbors. The Groundskeeper helps maintain the property's functionality and beauty while contributing to the welcoming, relational environment we cultivate for our neighbors and the volunteers who come to serve. Approximately 50% of this role is dedicated to creating meaningful, empowering volunteer experiences that support MLF's vision to "empower communities into a lifestyle of service with the homeless."
The Community Groundskeeper must be energetic, reliable, and committed to keeping the grounds functionally and aesthetically sound. This role works closely with the Property Beautification team to keep CFV free from trash, litter, debris, weeds, plant diseases, and harmful insects, while maintaining the overall appearance of the property. Tasks include, but are not limited to, trash collection, tree care, landscaping, exterior property maintenance, and grading work.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position Tuesday-Saturday reporting to the Groundskeeping Manager. Due to the nature and requirements of the role, some evenings and schedule flexibility will be required. Work is performed onsite at Community First! Village, located at 9301 Hog Eye Road, Austin, TX 78724.
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Duties & Responsibilities
— Lead and steward volunteers as they work alongside neighbors in beautification and landscaping projects throughout the Village, creating a positive, mission-centered experience that fosters connection and service
— Maintain a welcoming, safe environment for all volunteers
— Provide daily direction and supervision to Property Beautification team and volunteers
— Monitor quality of work completed by Property Beautification team and volunteers
— Ensure timely completion of all projects
— Assess and determine daily assignments to maintain grounds according to weather and facility's maintenance schedule
— Lead team projects throughout Community First! Village
— Collaborate with the Groundskeeping Manager to address issues throughout the Village
— Report directly to the Groundskeeping Manager with progress updates
— Operate and assist the Property Beautification team with operating various types of power tools, heavy equipment, and all standard lawn tools and equipment
— Manage weekly contracts for Property Beautification team
— Work with team to procure landscaping materials and coordinate procurement
— Assist with loading and unloading materials and equipment
— Assist with shop and jobsite clean-up
— Lead safety efforts among the team by adherence to policies and procedures
— Keep assigned vehicle clean and organized
— Attend daily team meetings, monthly all staff meetings, and other meetings deemed necessary
— Other Duties & Responsibilities as need
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
— Valid driver's license required
— 2-3 years of experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or a related field preferred
— Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to build rapport with neighbors, volunteers, and staff
— Relational and people-oriented; enjoys interacting with and getting to know others
— Dependable; consistently shows up to work and meets deadlines
— Flexible and adaptable; able to shift focus and priorities based on daily needs
— Experience operating landscaping tools and equipment a plus (training available for the right candidate); experience with bobcats and/or — aerial lifts also a plus
— Basic comfort with technology, including Microsoft 365; AppFolio experience a plus
Work Environment & Physical Demands
— Must be able to work Saturdays as part of the regular Tuesday-Saturday schedule
— Must be comfortable working on uneven surfaces, slopes, and outdoor terrain
— Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds
— Regularly works outdoors in all weather conditions (i.e., heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, etc.)
— Requires frequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, climbing, and twisting throughout the workday
Benefits
— Day one 100% Employer paid, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD & LTD Insurance
— Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
— Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
— Corporate Discount Program
— Professional Development Opportunities
— Employee Assistance Program
— Paid Parental Leave
— Wellness Partnership Benefits
