Service Associate - Groundskeeper

ORION REAL ESTATE SERVICES INC•Fort Worth, 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 role with on-the-job training available. The position reports to the Community Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor and does not supervise others. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. Required city or state certifications or permits, such as those for pool operations, must be held as applicable.

Requirements

Six months of stable employment in customer service or another related field.
Must have certifications or permits required by the city or state to perform job responsibilities, such as pool operations certifications.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Carpet or steam-cleaning machine and wet-dry vacuum experience or familiarity.
Familiarity with a broom, rake, and leaf/trash blowing machine.
Knowledge of pool chemical testing procedures and kits.
Previous experience with tools and 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 areas 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/or records.
Check pool-area gates for proper operation and ensure they remain secured.
Clean carpets in vacant and occupied units as directed by Lead Maintenance.
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 power washing as preventative maintenance.
Remove trash from vacant units.
Assist the Housekeeper with cleaning the office, grounds, common areas, and vacant apartments.