Groundskeeper - Bella Vista

Greystar Management Services•Renton, WA

3d•$22 - $23

About The Position

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in more than 250 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over 1,000,000 units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $35 billion of development assets and over $30 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com . Bella Vista has an immediate opening for an entry level Groundskeeper! Our team members are high performers that care about customer service and exceed expectations. The Groundskeeper plays a critical role in our success. Bella Vista is a 182 unit garden style community located along Lake Washington in Renton. With meticulously landscaped grounds and beautifully designed amenities, these spacious apartments and townhomes are built to showcase the beauty of the PNW. Ensures the physical aspects of the community are maintained and standards are met regarding the grounds, amenities and overall curb appeal and provides support to the service team members In addition to our competitive compensation, we offer housing discounts of up to 40% at Greystar communities, cell phone allowance, monthly bonus incentives, and a robust benefits and perks package . What your day might look like Being part of a team and having fun while providing excellent customer service Maintain & inspect community spaces as well as the entrances & exits throughout the day maintaining cleanliness Remove debris and clean outdoor areas Work with property team to remove trash and remaining items from vacant apartments prior to starting the make-ready process Pull out and in trash and recycle containers on a weekly basis per trash/recycle scheduled pickup days Maintain sanitation in trash rooms Distribute notices and communication to residents as needed What we are looking for What sets us apart: Greystar maintains a focus on people, genuine relationships, and shared values with a diverse and inclusive culture. We offer robust training and development for all positions to provide long term career opportunities. If you're looking for more, we’re looking for you!

Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50lbs without assistance
Ability to work outside in different elements
Excellent communication skills: ability to read, write and communicate effectively
Knowledgeable in safe use of hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment
Incumbents must have valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart on property.
Incumbents need to be able to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas.
Incumbents must be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, sleet).
Incumbents must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty-five (25) pounds independently and fifty (50) pounds with assistance.
Incumbents must be able to work a flexible work schedule, which includes taking “call” during evenings, weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Previous groundskeeping experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Inspects the community throughout the day to remove litter, debris, and pet droppings and ensure all common areas and amenities are neat and free of litter at all times.
Removes trash and remaining items from vacant apartments prior to starting the make-ready process, transfers trash to dumpster or storage area as applicable, and cleans and maintains storage areas.
Completes assigned minor and routine service requests as requested by Service Supervisor and/or Community Manager, and assists the make-ready specialist in the turn process.
Changes all locks in accordance with the property’s policy and ensure gates to all pool areas are working according to codes and safety standards.
Distributes notices and communications to residents as necessary.
Informs appropriate supervisors of any observed hazard or potentially dangerous situation for residents, team members, guests and others.
Demonstrates customer services skills by treating residents and others with respect, answering resident questions, and responding sensitively to complaints about maintenance services.
Complies with Greystar’s safety and risk-management policies by attending and participating in the property’s routine safety meetings, completing required training on OSHA and other safety related laws and requirements, and by reporting accidents and incidents promptly and accurately.

Benefits

housing discounts of up to 40% at Greystar communities
cell phone allowance
monthly bonus incentives
Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits.
Low (free basic) employee Medical costs for employee-only coverage; costs discounted after 3 and 5 years of service.
Generous Paid Time off. All new hires start with 15 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays. Plus your birthday off after 1 year of service!
Additional vacation accrued with tenure.
For onsite team members, onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities are available subject to discount and unit availability.
6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service (and every 5 years thereafter).
401(k) with Company Match up to 6% of pay after 6 months of service.
Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement up to $10,000 (includes adoption or surrogacy).
Employee Assistance Program.
Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Legal Plans.
Charitable giving program and benefits.