Groundskeeper

Reports To: Community Manager (or Service Manager, as assigned)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, appearance, and overall curb appeal of the community. This position plays an important role in creating a welcoming environment for residents and prospects by ensuring the property's grounds, common areas, amenities, and vacant apartment exteriors are clean, safe, and well-maintained. The Groundskeeper also assists with minor maintenance tasks, apartment turns, and other property needs as directed.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Community Appearance

• Walk the property daily to remove litter, debris, pet waste, and other refuse from the grounds and common areas.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of sidewalks, breezeways, parking areas, landscaped areas, dumpster enclosures, and amenity spaces.
• Empty trash receptacles throughout the community.
• Assist in maintaining an attractive first impression and curb appeal at all times.
• Report any conditions that negatively impact the appearance or safety of the community.

Apartment Turn Support

• Remove trash and abandoned belongings from vacant apartments prior to the make-ready process.
• Clean and organize storage areas, maintenance shops, and other designated workspaces.
• Assist the maintenance team with apartment turns, including light cleaning and preparation as assigned.

Property Maintenance Support

• Complete minor maintenance and service tasks as assigned.
• Inspect amenities, gates, fencing, and common areas for cleanliness, damage, or safety concerns.
• Assist with seasonal property projects, preventive maintenance activities, and special community events as needed.

Resident Service

• Interact professionally and courteously with residents, guests, vendors, and coworkers.
• Respond to resident concerns promptly by either addressing the issue within the scope of the position or notifying the appropriate team member.
• Distribute resident notices and communications as requested.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Safely operate hand tools, power equipment, and other maintenance equipment.

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance offered after 30 days of employment
• Company paid Group Life Insurance and Short Term Disability
• Voluntary AD&D Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company match after 6 months of employment
• 15 days of PTO/2 Personal Days
• 7* Observed/Paid Holidays (*Veterans are also eligible for Veterans Day)
• Company provided apparel/uniforms