Careers

The Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority (WMHA) is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and prospective employees will be recruited and selected without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, national origin, marital status or veteran status. This same non-discriminatory consideration will be used in all other aspects of the employment relationship.

All applicants are carefully screened and full consideration is given to their training, education, skills, experiences, growth potential and previous work record.

WMHA offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive wages and retirement.

If interested, please fill out and print our employment application (if you are unable to view or print the employment application online you can request a physical application at our main office) or on Indeed. All applications must be returned to our main office located at 345 N. Market St. Wooster, OH 44691 or emailed to the Executive Director Rodney Mitchell at rmitchell@waynemha.org.

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Job Openings

Maintenance Groundskeeper

Position Summary

Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority is seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Maintenance Groundskeeper to perform grounds maintenance, landscaping, exterior upkeep, and related maintenance duties at Housing Authority properties. The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining clean, safe, attractive, and well-kept grounds for residents, employees, and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Mow, trim, edge, and maintain lawns and landscaped areas.
  • Operate and maintain lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, snow-removal equipment, and other grounds-maintenance tools.
  • Perform seasonal grounds work, including leaf removal, pruning, planting, mulching, and snow and ice removal.
  • Maintain sidewalks, parking areas, common areas, drainage areas, and exterior grounds in a clean and safe condition.
  • Remove litter, debris, weeds, and other materials from Housing Authority properties.
  • Assist with routine building and property maintenance as assigned, including minor repairs and general labor.
  • Inspect grounds and report unsafe conditions, property damage, maintenance needs, or equipment problems to the appropriate supervisor.
  • Follow established safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and properly handle tools, equipment, and materials.
  • Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Respond to weather-related and other emergency maintenance needs as assigned.
  • Provide courteous and professional service to residents, staff, contractors, and visitors.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Previous groundskeeping, landscaping, building maintenance, or related experience preferred.
  • Ability to operate common grounds-maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
  • Ability to perform physical labor, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and lift and carry materials as required.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently with appropriate supervision.
  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record may be required.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and the public.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and operating hand and power equipment. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may

All applications/ resumes should be sent to: Executive Director, 345 N. Market Street, Wooster, OH 44691.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Position subject to applicable Wayne Metropolitan Housing Authority policies, procedures, and program requirements.