Groundskeeper

 Groundskeepers

Job Type: Full-Time  

Position Summary

Ardent Communities is seeking dependable and hardworking Groundskeepers to join our property management team at a multi-family residential apartment community. The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, and overall condition of the property's exterior areas, including grounds, amenities, sidewalks, parking areas, and common outdoor spaces.  The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, enjoys working outdoors, is dependable, and understands the importance of maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Remove weeds, leaves, branches, litter, and debris from the property.
• Maintain and clean sidewalks, walkways, parking areas, and exterior common areas.
• Maintain the appearance of building entrances, patios, outdoor common areas, and other property amenities.
• Empty and maintain exterior trash receptacles.
• Assist with snow and ice removal during winter months, as needed.
• Identify and report property damage, safety hazards, lighting issues, irrigation problems, or maintenance concerns.
• Assist the maintenance team with exterior maintenance and special projects.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Keep equipment, tools, storage areas, and work areas clean and organized.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Respond professionally and courteously to resident questions or concerns.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and attractive environment throughout the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.

 Physical Requirements
The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting, and carrying. The employee may be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and work outdoors for extended periods.

Work Environment
This position is primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, dust, dirt, noise, and other outdoor conditions. The Groundskeeper must follow appropriate safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.

What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in keeping a property looking its best
• Is dependable and shows up ready to work
• Pays attention to the small details
• Works well independently
• Has a positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Understands that maintaining the property's appearance contributes to resident satisfaction
• Is willing to assist the maintenance team when needed

Skills:  Grounds Maintenance, Weed Control, trash/litter removal, Leaf removal, debris removal, snow removal, Exterior cleaning, common area maintenance, hand tool operation, power tool operation, property upkeep, property damage reporting, seasonal maintenance, site cleanliness

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 Qualifications

• Previous groundskeeping, landscaping, property maintenance, or related experience preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to operate basic landscaping equipment such as string trimmers, blowers, and other hand tools.
• Ability to perform physical work, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining the appearance of the property.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a maintenance/property management team.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Benefits:

- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

- 401k after a year

- Paid vacation, personal & holidays after 60 days