Groundskeeper

Castle Management•Pompano Beach, FL

19d

About The Position

The Groundskeeper maintains aesthetically pleasing and functional outdoor spaces and may also perform work indoors to maintain the community’s interior. The role provides exemplary service consistent with Castle Group’s values, mission, and Castle Royal Service standards. The Groundskeeper maintains assigned areas and equipment, completes daily work orders using a checklist, follows safety procedures, and reports landscaping concerns. Duties may include clearing debris, picking up trash, assisting with post-storm cleanup, minor painting, and pressure washing. The position requires the ability to operate equipment and perform physical work in varied environmental conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
Basic knowledge and understanding of irrigation, pest control, and landscaping.
Knowledge and understanding of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Ability to operate mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment, such as blowers and power washers.
Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under tight deadlines, use time effectively based on priorities, and understand directives.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Basic command of computer hardware and software.
Position may require a valid driver’s license.
Ability to lift 50 pounds following appropriate safety procedures.
Ability to use gas- or electric-powered equipment and follow required safety procedures.
Ability to work under pressure and maintain composure and good judgment during emergency, difficult, or stressful situations.
Ability to stand for long periods; crawl in small, tight spaces; walk and climb stairs; stoop and bend; handle, grasp, and feel objects and equipment; reach with hands and arms; and repeat motions with wrists, hands, and fingers.
Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain, and potentially outdoors during all seasons.
Ability to climb ladders and work at heights above ground level.
Ability to navigate property and buildings quickly and easily and detect auditory or visual emergency alarms.
Visual ability correctable to 20/20.
Ability to hear, understand, and respond appropriately to verbal requests in person and by telephone, and to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner.
Ability to work extended hours and weekends if needed.

Nice To Haves

OSHA Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Use an electric or gas blower to clear decks, walkways, or debris as needed, using required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Pick up visible trash around the property and trash collected under hedges and plants.
Assist with emergency cleanup after storms, including wind events.
Maintain the cleanliness of assigned areas and the good working condition of assigned equipment.
Perform minor touch-up painting on walls, doorways, and curbs.
Pressure wash walkways, buildings, and other property using power-washing equipment and required PPE.
Complete and use checklists for daily work orders assigned by the Property Manager, Lead, or Direct Supervisor.
Report areas of concern, including dry turf or dead plants throughout the property.
Follow all safety precautions and procedures while performing duties.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.