Groundskeeper - Prairie View and Village West

Avanti Residential•Kansas City, KS

About The Position

The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for efficiently maintaining the physical appearance of the apartment community’s grounds, pools, and buildings at Prairie View and Village West. This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule. The role may involve travel to other Avanti Residential properties to assist sister communities. The position calls for a professional, courteous, self-motivated team member who can work independently, communicate with residents, and respond promptly to service requests and concerns. Candidates who meet minimum qualifications during resume screening must complete the required 45-minute Wonderlic pre-employment assessment to proceed in the selection process. A criminal background screening is required before employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least 1 year of property maintenance experience preferred.
Maintain a professional and courteous manner with residents, visitors, contractors, and fellow employees.
Use power and hand tools effectively and safely when completing maintenance tasks.
Have time-management skills to handle frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
Work independently with minimal supervision, be accountable for actions, and be self-motivated.
Pass a criminal background screening before employment.
Have a valid driver’s license and up-to-date vehicle insurance, or reliable transportation.
Complete the required Wonderlic pre-employment assessment if minimum qualifications are met during resume screening.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of property maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of grounds and common areas.
Monitor property conditions and promptly correct unsafe or unclean conditions.
Assist maintenance staff in keeping the shop clean and orderly.
Participate in ongoing community improvement and preventive maintenance programs.
Communicate clearly with residents and respond to service requests and concerns in a timely, professional manner.
Travel to other Avanti Residential properties as needed to help sister communities.
Perform other duties assigned by the Community and Service Manager.

Benefits

Performance- and KPI-based annual or quarterly bonuses, depending on position.
Apartment discount of up to 40%.
Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
Generous paid time off policy.
Medical, HSA, FSA, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability benefits.
4% company match for 401(k).
Avanti Shares equivalent program for hourly employees, awarding a portion of company transactional profits, with returns increasing with tenure.
Avanti Cares Program providing assistance to employees in financial need.
Tenure-based Anniversary Recess.
Avanti Advisors Program to support new hires with onboarding.