Groundskeeper

Hawthorne Residential Partners • Atlanta, GA

5h

About The Position

Groundskeepers play a vital role in creating an exceptional apartment community. As a Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness and appearance of the community’s exterior spaces. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and contributing to a clean and welcoming environment.

Requirements

• High School or GED equivalent
• Understanding and knowledge of yardwork and general facility maintenance
• Valid Driver's License
• Positive Attitude: Enthusiastic, passionate, and driven within their day-to-day operations.
• Willingness to Learn: Eager to grow skills with hands-on training.
• People Service & Customer-Focused: Daily commitment to providing excellent service by embracing our Live It culture of kindness, community and connection.
• Reliable: A dependable presence for the community and team.

Nice To Haves

• One year of maintenance, repair, or HVAC experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough cleaning and pick-up of debris or trash throughout exterior areas of the property.
• Maintain cleanliness of sidewalks, breezeways, parking lots, green spaces, and community signage areas.
• Ensure community trash receptacles, compactor areas, and pet stations are well-maintained and free of debris or large items around the perimeter.
• Assist with light landscaping tasks including raking, weeding, trimming, and watering as directed by the maintenance team.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of pool deck areas, courtyards, grilling stations, benches, and outdoor amenities.
• Assist the maintenance team with light painting of curbs, signposts, and exterior touch-ups as needed.
• Conduct light checks around the property and replace breezeway or exterior bulbs as needed.
• Help maintain shop and storage areas in a clean and organized manner to support quick inventory assessment.
• Assist with preparation of vacant, unoccupied apartments with light cleaning or removal of debris as requested
• Assist the team with the distribution of communications to residents’ doors.
• Assist the maintenance team with seasonal tasks including storm/snow preparation or cleanup.
• Promote good professional relations with residents, co-workers, and company staff. Through the LIVE IT culture, always display a friendly and courteous attitude toward prospects, residents, vendors, and other employees. Always maintain professionalism.

Benefits

• Groundskeepers are eligible for a monthly renewal bonus program in addition to their hourly compensation.
• Free Dental Insurance
• Comprehensive and Affordable Plans for Medical and Vision Coverage
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• 401k Retirement Match Program
• Paid time off including your birthday!
• Paid sick time off
• Pet Insurance Plans
• Paid Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave Options
• Telehealth – Access to Doctors 24/7/365
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Planning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED