Groundskeeper

RPM Living • Houston, TX

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the grounds, amenities, building exteriors, leasing office, and parking lots at multifamily properties. The role is based on site and includes outdoor work exposed to the elements, as well as possible work in confined spaces, at heights, and in potentially hazardous areas. A flexible schedule is required, including weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed to meet business needs.

The position requires one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills are listed. The role is associated with Apartment Maintenance, Groundskeeper, Porter, or Housekeeper.

Requirements

• One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, and access various areas of the property.
• Ability to push or pull items, reach overhead, bend, stoop, or kneel as required.
• Manual dexterity and ability to grasp tools.
• Ability to see plants, weeds, and pests and read computer screens.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer, and detect sounds such as machinery noises or alarms.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, and to lift heavier items with assistance or lifting equipment when needed.
• Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and irrigation systems.
• Ability to use mobile devices and applications for work-related tasks.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekdays, nights, and weekends as needed.
• High school diploma or GED (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned grounds work, including picking up trash, cleaning dumpster areas, trash rooms and chutes, clearing parking areas and sidewalks, removing debris, and power washing.
• Clean breezeways by removing cobwebs and bugs from lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails.
• Perform basic landscaping, including trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves, and twigs.
• Assist with preparing make-ready units, including removing trash from vacant apartments before make-ready work.
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities to help avoid potential issues and maintain property quality.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate with residents, team members, and supervisors, providing status updates and explanations of work.
• Report supply needs to the Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization.
• Collaborate with maintenance team members, other departments, and external contractors on property maintenance.
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting resident well-being.
• Maintain the cleanliness and condition of the property grounds, deliver notices to apartments, and perform tasks such as interior and exterior painting.

Benefits

• Weekly pay for associates working onsite at an apartment community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for full-time, regular associates.
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
• Ancillary benefits, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging programs and Employee Resource Groups.
• Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
• Discounts on Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed