Groundskeeper

About This Role

Maintaining the property's attractive exterior and assisting staff with efficient property management are the main responsibilities of this Groundskeeper position. The role suits an energetic self-starter with a positive attitude towards change and strong adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, and State and federal laws (e.g., OSHA, ADA, fair housing)
• Check and replace exterior lighting on a regular basis
• Clean and maintain the pool if certified for pool maintenance
• Keep appropriate safety precautions at all times
• Constantly observe the condition of the property's apartments and community, and immediately warn and take action to correct unsafe conditions
• Be aware of all service dates (water, electricity, etc.) for meters, expiration dates of elements and apartments, and sewer cleaning
• Make sure that storage areas remain closed when not in use
• Physically walk the property frequently and eliminate waste, debris, cigarette butts, and pet feces from the enclosure
• Keep the following areas clean and free of debris at all times: Office Administration, Pool area, Laundry room, Mailroom (if applicable), display units/models, stairs and roofs, trash bin areas, recreation areas, areas adjacent to the road in front of the office, corridors to and from and in the middle of the buildings, outdoor lighting fixtures, parking lots and driveways
• Collect garbage daily from vacated apartments
• Remove all furniture, trash, and abandoned boxes, transferring them to a garbage container or storage area as needed
• Transfer trash and other items left out of the dumpster into the dumpster
• Pick up and sweep the area
• Keep the container doors/compactor closed on windy days
• Detail the property regularly
• Clean and rake shrub areas; shovel mud when necessary
• Use a blower to maintain sidewalks and walking areas free of loose grass and sweep them
• Repair and replace windows, lamps, sliding glass doors, etc.
• Perform routine maintenance on the property as requested by the director and/or technical maintenance manager
• Help with physical tasks when indicated (e.g., knock down fences, dig holes for posts, transport abandoned furniture)
• Help with "setting" duties (last-time preparation) when asked by the head or technical maintenance manager
• Help to clean and maintain storage and shop areas
• Carry out paint work inside and outside when prompted
• Carry buckets of paint from a storage area to the job site
• Respond to service and routine requests from the head and/or technical maintenance manager
• Follow procedures when carrying out service requests
• Change locks, reschedule, and send to make keys as needed
• Distribute communications to residents (e.g., upcoming events, pest control listings, newsletters)
• Clean the work area and perform security-related tasks
• Help keep the grounds clean and litter-free
• Rake, sweep, or shovel according to circumstances
• Carry out other complementary functions assigned by the head or technical maintenance manager

Requirements

• Meet all physical requirements
• Able to follow instructions
• Wear appropriate safety equipment at all times

Important Details

• Schedule: 40 hours per week, weekly schedule can be changed as needed, weekends as circumstances justify it