Groundskeeper

Position Summary

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the overall appearance, cleanliness, and curb appeal of the community. This position plays a key role in creating a positive first impression for residents, prospects, and visitors by ensuring all common areas, amenities, and exterior grounds are clean, safe, and well-maintained.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesGrounds & Community Maintenance

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of all community grounds, parking areas, sidewalks, breezeways, and common areas.
• Pick up and properly dispose of litter, debris, and trash throughout the property.
• Empty and maintain trash receptacles and pet waste stations.
• Sweep, blow, and pressure wash walkways, breezeways, curbs, and amenity areas as needed.
• Assist with snow and ice removal during inclement weather, when applicable.

Curb Appeal & Landscaping

• Water, weed, prune, and maintain landscaping as directed.
• Monitor community grounds for landscaping issues and report concerns to management.
• Assist with seasonal landscaping projects and beautification efforts.
• Ensure flowers, shrubs, and grass areas are maintained according to community standards.

Amenities & Common Areas

• Clean and maintain community amenities including fitness centers, clubhouses, pool areas, dog parks, and outdoor gathering spaces.
• Ensure all common areas remain presentable and free of hazards.

Property Inspections

• Conduct daily inspections of the property to identify cleanliness, safety, or maintenance concerns.
• Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, vandalism, or policy violations to the maintenance supervisor or property manager.
• Assist with monitoring vacant units and reporting any concerns.

Team Support

• Assist the maintenance team with light maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Support apartment turns by removing trash, cleaning exterior areas, and preparing units for move-in readiness which may include light painting.
• Support maintenance team with common area hallway paint touch-ups.
• Participate in emergency response efforts when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous groundskeeping, janitorial, landscaping, or maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to operate basic landscaping and cleaning equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining community standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to operate landscaping and cleaning equipment safely.

Key Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Dependability
• Customer Service
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Safety Awareness
• Pride in Property Appearance

Work Environment

This position requires working primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person