Grounds Technician

Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana Inc•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of the GROUNDSKEEPER involve the upkeep of the community in order to enhance and maintain its curb appeal. The Porter will also assist the rest of the staff, as directed, in their efforts to manage the community in an efficient manner.

Requirements

Experience in general maintenance to include heating, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing equipment, and carpentry.
High School diploma or its equivalent.
Must be able to communicate effectively.
Must be capable of using extension ladder to access roof, windows, and siding to make repairs as needed.
Must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) lbs.
May be required to live on site.
Current driver’s license issued by state of residence
Current Vehicle Inspection Decal
Current Louisiana vehicle insurance
Current vehicle registration in state of residence
Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report
Must be able to pass a criminal history investigation

Responsibilities

Checks and replaces exterior lighting on a regular basis.
If certified for pool maintenance, clean and maintain pool as directed.
Always maintains awareness of proper safety precautions.
Constantly observes condition of apartment community throughout the community and immediately reports and/or initiates action to correct unsafe conditions.
Needs to be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts.
Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use
Physically walks the community on a frequent basis 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.
Pool area (if applicable)
Laundry Room ( if applicable)
Mail room
Dumpster enclosures
Recreational Areas
Grounds adjacent to the road, in front of the leasing office
Walkways to and from the leasing office and in-between buildings
Parking lots and drives
Performs "trash-out" duties at vacated apartments on a daily basis. Removes all abandoned furniture, trash, boxes. Transfers to dumpster or storage area, whichever is applicable.
Transfers trash and other items left outside of dumpster into dumpster. Pick-up and sweep area. Keeps dumpster doors closed on windy days.
Details community on a regular basis. Cleans and rakes shrub areas; shovels mud when necessary.
Use blower to keep sidewalks and walking areas clean of loose grass and brush.
Repairs and replaces windows, screens, sliding glass doors, etc.
Perform routine maintenance on community as requested by Site Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.
Assists with "make-ready" duties when requested by the Site Manager or Maintenance Supervisor
Distributes client communications to clients; 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. Rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant.
Perform any additional duties assigned by Maintenance Supervisor and Site Manager.