About This Role
This groundskeeper role is responsible for maintaining an aesthetically pleasing and functional outdoor space, and may also involve indoor community maintenance. The role provides exemplary service consistent with the values and mission of the Castle Group, demonstrating outstanding customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Use an electric or gas blower to clear decks, walkways, or debris, utilizing appropriate PPE
- Pick up visual trash around the property and under hedges and plants
- Assist as needed with emergency clean up after storms, including wind events
- Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas and good working condition of assigned equipment
- Perform minor touch-up painting of walls, doorways, and curbs
- Pressure wash walkways, buildings, and other property using power washing equipment, utilizing appropriate PPE
- Properly complete and utilize a checklist 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
- Ensure all safety precautions and procedures are followed while performing duties in accordance with safety guidelines
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency preferred
- OSHA Certification a plus
- Basic knowledge and understanding of irrigation, pest control, and landscaping
- Knowledge and understanding of Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
- Ability to operate mechanical and electrical machinery/equipment (i.e., blowers, power washer, etc.)
- Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills to help create effective customer-focused relationships with all levels within the organization
- Ability to work under tight deadlines, use time effectively based on key priorities, and understand directives given
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Ability to communicate, receive, and exchange ideas and information by means of spoken and written word
- Basic command of computer hardware/software
- Position may require a valid Driver’s License
- Ability to work under pressure, maintain composure, and utilize good judgment during emergency/difficult and stressful situations
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. following appropriate safety procedures
- Ability to properly utilize gas or electric powered equipment and follow all required safety procedures
