Groundskeeper

Description

Job Summary:

The Groundskeeper will clean and maintain assigned areas of the property and grounds.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Responsibilities:

• Performs cleaning, housekeeping, and light maintenance tasks and services throughout assigned property.
• Picks up trash and empties trash containers including dog waste stations.
• Performs light repairs and maintenance such as replacing light fixtures or unclogging pipes.
• Assists with the cleaning and sanitizing of shared facilities and common spaces.
• Washes windows.
• Vacuums and cleans floors, rugs, furniture, and drapes.
• Performs limited grounds maintenance such as mowing and trimming lawns and hedges and cleaning snow from sidewalks.
• Examines property for safety hazards; reports problems to Facilities Manager or other appropriate staff.
• Ensures heating and cooling systems are operational.
• Ensures that cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked.
• Modifies scope of cleaning and maintenance based on specified needs of the particular property.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Detail-oriented and thorough.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
• Ability to keep the property clean and orderly.
• Good interpersonal skills with polite and courteous demeanor toward staff, customers, clients, and visitors to the property.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must pass a background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing.
• Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds at a time