Groundskeeper

VPM Management, Inc•Oceanside, CA

24d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper ensures that the apartment community is consistently presentable, clean, and free of debris. The role maintains the appearance and safety of the property, supports resident satisfaction, and performs daily, weekly, and monthly groundskeeping and porter duties. Work is primarily outdoors and on-site within the apartment community, with exposure to various weather conditions. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

At least 1 year of custodial or groundskeeping experience; apartment community experience is preferred.
Commitment to maintaining safety standards at all times.
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions from the Property Administrator and/or Regional Supervisor.
Ability to adhere to and lead through company policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Fair Housing, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and other laws pertaining to the industry.
Ability to demonstrate proficiency in property management software and use it effectively to support daily operations.
Ability to give direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, anticipate roadblocks, and work in a team environment.
Self-motivated and able to complete assigned tasks.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Ability to perform overhead work.
Ability to learn and adapt to property management software systems.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, and lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push, pull, bend, and reach constantly; walk and stand constantly; and safely walk up and down stairs frequently.
Ability to communicate clearly in English to be understood by coworkers, residents, vendors, and other local agencies.

Nice To Haves

Custodial or groundskeeping experience in an apartment community.

Responsibilities

Unlock laundry rooms, the pool area, and clubhouse at the start of each day.
Patrol grounds and entryways for debris in the morning and at the end of the workday.
Clean laundry rooms by wiping machines, sweeping, wet mopping floors, and washing windows.
Return shopping carts to the shopping center.
Clean restrooms and clubhouse daily.
Pick up trash in carports and hallways.
Sweep refuse container areas.
Remove advertisement papers from mailbox areas daily.
Straighten pool furniture, empty trash and ashtrays, and replace trash can liners.
Fill water in pools and spas.
Report suspicious activity or items of concern to the Property Administrator.
Hose and clean the pool deck and pool furniture.
Clean office windows.
Vacuum hallways, if applicable.
Hose and degrease refuse container areas.
Wax laundry room and restroom floors.
Wipe down exterior light fixtures.
Hose and degrease soiled carport areas.
Wet mop stairways to units throughout the property, completing one building at a time.
Perform other duties as directed.