BACKGROUND: Since 1952, Beacon Group has been creating opportunities for people with disabilities across Southern Arizona, Phoenix and beyond. As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, Beacon serves over 2,000 people with disabilities each year. Beacon provides job training and placement, supported and center-based employment, and day treatment programs to assist the more than two-thirds of working-age people with disabilities who do not have a job. As a Beacon employee, you can be a part of delivering our mission and improving the lives of people with disabilities.

To support our mission, preference will be given to individuals with a documented disability. Beacon Group provides extra accommodation and supports to help people with disabilities be successful at their jobs.

POSITION INTRODUCTION: We are looking to hire a full-time Landscape/Grounds Maintenance person to be a part of our growing team. You will be responsible for providing ongoing landscape maintenance for our customer in Nogales, AZ.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive wages/salaries.
• Competitive health insurance benefits with several options to choose from (effective 1st of the month after 30 days). Many employees have $0 monthly medical insurance premiums.
• Dental, vision, life and array of other insurance plans to choose from.
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Vacation, sick leave and holidays.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Ensure all landscaping and ground maintenance assignments meet contractual standards.
• Monitor all job-related supplies and equipment. Ensure all equipment is maintained properly and in good working order.
• Work with Supervisor to resolve all landscaping issues.
• Perform all landscaping duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Qualified documented disability.
• Ability to balance, bend, stand, walk, kneel, twist, stretch, climb, and sit.
• Ability to use hand or power tools or related equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 10 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people with disabilities and the public.
• Ability to use good judgment, problem solve and meet deadlines.

WORK HOURS AND SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday from 5am-2pm

Because we participate in the Ability One program, preference will be given to individuals with a documented disability.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer - qualified females, minorities, disabled persons, and veterans are encouraged to apply.