Groundskeeper

DTN Management•East Lansing, MI

About The Position

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the grounds and exterior areas of DTN properties. Duties include planting and caring for grass, flowers, and shrubs; removing leaves and litter; cleaning drainage areas; monitoring exterior lighting and safety fixtures; performing minor repairs; and clearing snow and debris from walkways and driveways. The role also supports maintenance and pool staff and communicates potential malfunctions to a supervisor or management. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday for 20–25 hours per week. Candidates should have a collaborative, detail-oriented, service-focused approach, computer proficiency, and reliable transportation for daily work and job responsibilities.

Requirements

Proficient with computers and software platforms, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Reliable transportation to get to work daily and conduct daily job responsibilities.
Can-do attitude and collaborative mindset.
Attention to detail.
Desire to provide great customer outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Experience using industry software is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plant grass, flowers, and shrubs as needed; water lawns and shrubs; and prune shrubs and trees.
Rake, blow, and bag leaves.
Clean grounds, remove litter, and assist with trash removal.
Clean drainage ditches and culverts.
Monitor and maintain outside property lighting, safety fixtures, and sub and covered parking fixtures; replace light bulbs and remove broken glass.
Notify a supervisor and/or management of possible malfunctions.
Clean snow and debris from sidewalks and driveways, spread salt on public passageways, and maintain the salt supply.
Repair and maintain fences, gates, outbuildings, curbs, and similar features.
As community conditions require, post notices on doors and/or distribute flyers to residents.
Provide support to maintenance and pool staff as needed.