Groundskeeper, Multifamily
About The Position
The Groundskeeper is a member of the maintenance staff who works directly with the Maintenance Supervisor and office staff to help provide world-class service to residents and keep the apartment community in good condition. The role focuses on the upkeep of the property’s landscape and exterior image, resident service, and safe use of company tools and equipment. The Groundskeeper may also assist maintenance staff with other projects and perform other related duties as assigned. The position involves working outdoors between buildings and properties in varying weather conditions, as well as working in a professional office environment and using standard office equipment. The employee may need to work evenings or weekends on call in case of an emergency. Physical duties include extended periods of standing and walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving objects with force up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, trade, technical, or vocational school education.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Willingness to work evenings or weekends on call in case of an emergency.
- Ability to take direction in English or Spanish.
- Professional and courteous conduct.
- Ability to identify and understand another person’s speech.
- Punctuality and adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Ability to follow necessary safety protocols and procedures.
- Ability to read and understand written information and ideas.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods and climb stairs, ladders, or step stools.
- Ability to travel outside between buildings in varying weather conditions and travel up to 10% of the time.
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, frequently, and constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the property’s landscaping and exterior appearance, including cleaning driveways, parking lots, curbs, dumpster areas, exterior hallways, and other public areas.
- Maintain flowerbeds, plants, grass areas, and pools; perform snow removal and routine pool maintenance.
- Address residents’ concerns and maintenance needs in a friendly and professional manner.
- Assist the maintenance staff with other projects as needed and perform other related duties as assigned.
- Follow the company’s uniform and professional appearance standards.
- Follow safety procedures and safeguard company tools and equipment.
Benefits
- 120 hours of paid time off annually, prorated upon hire.
- 40 hours of sick time annually, prorated upon hire.
- Two volunteer days annually.
- 12 or more company holidays annually.
- Paid parental leave.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Supplementary benefit options, including pet insurance and pre-tax spending accounts.
- Early access to pay.
- Company discounts program.
- Personal and professional development resources, including LinkedIn Learning.
- Employee Assistance Program and counseling services.
- Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
