Groundskeeper / Maintenance Helper

Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Summary

The Groundskeeper / Maintenance Helper is responsible for maintaining the community’s grounds and curb appeal, while also supporting the Maintenance team with unit turns, work orders, and general upkeep as needed. This position will primarily focus on grounds and exterior maintenance during the Spring/Summer months and provide increased maintenance support during Fall/Winter, as well as year-round assistance during periods of high unit turns or when extra help is needed.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Grounds & Exterior Maintenance (Primary focus Spring/Summer; ongoing year-round)

• Maintain community curb appeal and common areas (grounds, landscaping, exterior walkways, amenities, clubhouse areas as applicable).


• Gather and remove litter; maintain cleanliness of property grounds and exterior areas.


• Remove animal waste from common areas and grounds.


• Rake, mulch, compost leaves, and assist with seasonal landscaping needs. 


• Operate vehicles and powered equipment such as mowers, snow blowers, trash compactors, pruning saws, and other grounds equipment as needed.
  


• Assist with property clean-up, property walks, and maintaining overall site presentation.
  


• Support snow/ice removal and winter weather response as assigned.

Maintenance Support (Primary focus Fall/Winter; as-needed year-round)

• Assist Maintenance with unit turns, including helping prepare vacant apartments for move-in readiness.
  


• Support general maintenance tasks with direction from the Maintenance Supervisor/Regional Maintenance Supervisor and/or Community Manager.


• Assist with painting and basic repair work as directed.
  


• Support basic electrical/plumbing work only as trained/assigned and within scope.
  


• Help with inventory organization, parts/material handling, and work order filing/tracking as assigned.
  

Customer Service / Standards / Compliance

• Maintain the highest level of customer service for prospects, residents, vendors, and team members.


• Communicate effectively with all team members and follow directions, safety procedures, and company standards.


• Stay in compliance with company standards and applicable laws/regulations (Fair Housing, Landlord-Tenant, local building codes, OSHA, EEOC).


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Valid driver’s license - Preffered 


• English language proficiency


• Strong customer service skills


• Ability to operate grounds equipment safely and follow safety procedures


• Basic maintenance experience preferred (painting/turn support/general repairs), but not required


• Knowledge of environmental/industrial hazards as they apply to residential housing


• General understanding of Microsoft Suite preferred

Benefits / Perks:

• Medical/Dental/Vision


• Company paid Life insurance


• AD&D insurance


• Vacation available after 90 days of full-time service


• 401(K) with employer match


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• 6 Paid Holidays


• Referral Program


• Trip Giveaways/Challenges


• Sports Event Tickets Giveaways/Challenges


• Concert Ticket Giveaways/Challenges


• Continuing Education


• Employee Appreciation Events

Environment:
Fun, fair, kind, caring, safe, diverse, family-like atmosphere!