Groundskeeper

The primary responsibility of the Groundskeeper/Porter involves the upkeep of the property to enhance and maintain curb appeal.

Responsibilities:

• Checks and replaces exterior lighting regularly.
• If certified for the pool maintenance, cleans and maintains the pool as directed.
• Maintains awareness of proper safety precautions at all times.
• Constantly observes the condition of apartment property throughout the community and immediately reports and initiates action to correct unsafe conditions.
• Must be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts.
• Has a “safety first” attitude not only with other maintenance technicians but with all staff.
• Performs work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
• Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use.

General

• Physically walks the property frequently and removes litter, debris, and pet droppings from the grounds. It is especially critical that the following areas remain neat and free of litter at all times:
• Laundry room.
• Pool areas, tile, hot tub/spa, pool furniture.
• Mailrooms.
• Dumpster areas.
• Recreation/park areas.
• Grounds adjacent to the road, in front of the office.
• Walkways to and from, and in-between buildings.
• Parking lots and drives.
• Performs “trash-out” duties at vacated apartments each day. Removes all abandoned furniture, trash, and boxes. Transfers to dumpster or storage area, whichever is applicable.
• Transfers trash and other items left outside of the dumpster into dumpster. Pick-ups and sweeps area. It Keeps dumpster doors closed on windy days.
• Details property regularly. Cleans and rakes under shrubs; shovels mud when necessary. Uses blower to keep sidewalks and walking areas clean of loose grass and brush.
• Repairs and replaces windows, screens, sliding glass doors, etc. Performs routine maintenance on property as requested by manager or senior maintenance technician.
• Assists with various physical tasks as directed, e.g., tearing down fences, digging post holes, carrying abandoned sofas, etc.
• Assists with “make-ready” duties when requested by the manager or senior maintenance technician.
• Helps clean and maintain storage areas.
• Performs interior and exterior painting duties when requested. Carries buckets of paint from storage area to work site.
• Changes locks make keys when directed.
• Distributes resident communications to residents, e.g., upcoming events, pest control notices, newsletters.
• Performs work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
• Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter.
• Performs any additional duties assigned by manager or senior maintenance technician.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position that requires at least one year of experience in an on-site multi-family property or equivalent field.
• Equipment Requirement:
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must have valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Groundskeeping: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location