Service Associate - Groundskeeper

ORION REAL ESTATE SERVICES INC•New Braunfels, TX

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About The Position

The Service Associate - Groundskeeper is responsible for daily pool and grounds maintenance for an apartment community. This is an entry-level position with on-the-job training available. The position reports to the Community Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor and does not supervise other employees. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. Required city or state certifications or permits needed to perform job responsibilities, such as pool operations, must be obtained.

Requirements

Six months of stable employment in customer service or another related field.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
Must have certifications or permits required by the city or state to perform job responsibilities, such as pool operations.
Skills needed for the position can be learned on the job; on-the-job training is available.

Nice To Haves

Carpet or steam-cleaning machine and wet-dry vacuum experience or familiarity.
Experience using a broom, rake, and leaf/trash blowing machine.
Familiarity with pool chemical testing procedures and kits.
Previous experience with tools or equipment needed for apartment make-ready duties.

Responsibilities

Remove trash and debris, including papers, cups, cigarette or cigar butts, boxes, and pet waste, from office and apartment community common areas daily.
Clean and maintain the pool daily.
Monitor and maintain the proper chemical balance of pool water.
Update pool logs and records.
Check pool-area gates for proper operation and ensure they remain secured.
Clean carpets in vacant and occupied units as directed by the Lead Maintenance employee.
Water property plants, flowers, and grass between scheduled visits or when the lawn-care contractor is absent.
Report irrigation-system malfunctions to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Community Manager.
Perform preventative-maintenance power washing.
Remove trash from vacant units.
Assist the Housekeeper with cleaning the office, grounds, common areas, and vacant apartments.