Groundskeeper

RPM Living•Kansas City, MO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper is responsible for upkeep of the grounds, amenities, building exteriors, leasing office, and parking lots at multifamily buildings. The role performs cleaning, landscaping, preventive maintenance, make-ready support, and other property-maintenance tasks while helping maintain property safety, cleanliness, and quality. The position is based onsite and requires outdoor work with exposure to the elements, as well as a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends as business needs require.

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 needed.
Hand and finger dexterity and ability to grasp tools.
Ability to see to identify plants, weeds, and pests and to read computer screens.
Ability to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer, and to detect sounds indicating potential issues such as machinery noises or alarms.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items may be handled with assistance or lifting equipment.
Ability to operate maintenance tools such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers, and irrigation systems.
Ability to use mobile devices and applications for work-related tasks.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, nights, and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, as needed.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Complete grounds work as directed by the Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager, including picking up trash, cleaning dumpster areas, trash rooms and trash chutes, blowing 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 make-ready preparation, including removing trash from vacant apartments before make-ready.
Conduct proactive preventive maintenance to help avoid potential issues and uphold property quality.
Document maintenance activities and communicate with residents, team members, and supervisors, including providing status updates and explanations of ongoing 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 to support property maintenance.
Assess property safety and cleanliness standards, support regulatory compliance, and enhance resident well-being.
Maintain the cleanliness and condition of the property grounds, deliver notices to apartments, and perform interior and exterior painting as needed.

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.
Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging programs and multiple Employee Resource Groups.
Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
Discounted perks including Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel discounts.
Monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.