| Reports To: SERVICE MANAGER
The purpose of this job description is to communicate the responsibilities and duties associated with the position of GROUNDSKEEPER. While the following information should be considered a comprehensive description of this position, it should also be noted that some responsibilities and duties may not be specifically addressed. Our company emphasizes a TEAM APPROACH which focuses on a spirit of cooperation, common purpose and culture of customer service. Working together as a team encourages superior performance through open communication and decision empowerment. It is imperative that you review these duties, skills and physical requirements closely and that you understand that by signing the Job Description Acknowledgement, you are verifying that you can perform all the duties, have the skills and possess the physical abilities that are necessary to perform the job as described.
JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibilities of the GROUNDSKEEPER involve the upkeep of the property in order to enhance and maintain its curb appeal. The GROUNDSKEEPER will also assist the rest of the service staff, as directed, in their efforts to manage the property in an efficient manner.
WAGE/HOUR STATUS
Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Preventive Maintenance/Safety
- Checks and replaces exterior lighting on a regular
- If certified for pool maintenance, cleans and maintains pool as
- Maintains awareness of proper safety precautions at all
- Constantly observes condition of apartment property throughout the community and immediately reports and/or initiates action to correct unsafe
- Must be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer
- Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in
General
- Physically walks the property on a daily basis and removes litter, and debris from the It is especially critical that the following areas remain neat and free of litter at all times.
- Pool
- Laundry
- Mail areas (if applicable).
- Dumpster
- Recreation
- Grounds adjacent to the road, in front of the
- Walkways to and from, and in-between
- Parking lots and
- Performs “trash-out” duties at vacated apartments as Removes all abandoned furniture, trash, boxes. Transfers these items to dumpster or storage area, whichever is applicable.
- Cleans pool, spa, pool filters, spa filters, office, restrooms, clubhouse, laundry room, exercise room, vacant apartments, drains, outside lights, common areas, and Removes and disposes of trash.
- Keeps breezeways
- Assists with maintenance of apartments including installing sinks, screens, and weather stripping; removing refrigerators, water heaters, and dishwashers, refrigerators, water heaters, locks, doors, stoves, and toilet seats; monitoring air conditioning lines; unclogging sinks and toilets; and repairs Assists with installation of ceiling fans.
- Pressure washes exterior of
- Picks up Delivers packages and notices.
- Repairs
- Paints office area, windows, cabinets, outer lobby, laundry room, signs, rest rooms, exercise room, and rails around
- Details property on a regular Cleans and rakes shrub areas; shovels mud when necessary. Uses leaf blower to keep sidewalks and walking areas clean of loose grass and
- Repairs and replaces windows, screens, sliding glass doors, Performs routine maintenance on property as requested by manager and senior maintenance technician.
- Assists with various physical tasks as directed; g., tearing down fences, digging post holes, carrying abandoned sofas, etc.
- Assists with “make-ready” duties when requested by the Service Manager or Property
- Helps clean and maintain storage
- Performs interior and exterior painting duties when Carries buckets of paint from storage area to work site.
- Completes minor and routine service requests when requested by manager and/or senior service Follow procedures when service requests are performed.
- Changes locks, makes keys when
- Distributes resident communications to residents; g., upcoming events, pest control notices, newsletters.
- Performs work area clean-up and safety related
- Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter; g., rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant.
- Performs all work with the residents’ satisfaction in mind, with a goal to ensure scores on resident satisfaction surveys above the industry index on move-ins, work orders, and pre-renewal surveys.
- Promotes You Matter culture of the company, ensuring that all personnel are aware of the importance of extending this philosophy to each other, the vendors and the residents.
- Becomes familiar with the company’s strategic goals each year, striving to accomplish the goals at the site level.
- Strives for superior customer service in all areas, including customer service within the company as well as outside the company with residents and vendors.
- Performs any additional duties assigned by senior maintenance technician and
QUALIFICATIONS
Must meet all physical requirements and be able to take direction. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Equipment Requirement:
Required to wear back support belt, gloves, and other personal protective equipment as tasks dictate.
Work Hours:
Minimum of 40 hours per week, as assigned by the manager, Monday through Friday. Weekly schedule may change as required. May be necessary to work weekends.
Equipment/Machinery/Tools:
An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools:
Hand ToolsVarious wrenches, hammer, grips, saws, sledgehammer, snips, posthole diggers, etc.
User-Moved AidsWheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, jacks, step ladders, full ladders
Power ToolsLeaf blower, pressure washer, drills, power saws.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on
- Have constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities:
Bend/Stoop/Squat
Perform routine maintenance/repairs, pick up debris
Climb Stairs
Routine duties require access to 2nd and 3rd floor apartments
Push or Pull
Move equipment, appliances, open and close doors, etc.
Reach Above Shoulder
Climb Ladders Grasp/Grip/Turning
Finger Dexterity
Perform routine maintenance/repairs, stock and remove equipment Perform routine maintenance/repairs
Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs
Handle tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs
- Lifting/carrying (supplies, blower, ladders, ):
Over 150 lbs.
Rare need (less than 1% of the time)
75 lbs. – 150 lbs.
Occasional need (1% to 33% of the time)
25 lbs. – 75 lbs.
Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time)
1 – 25 lbs.
Constant need (66% to 100% of the time)
NOTE: Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lbs. is to be accomplished with assistance from one or more persons. Examples of heaviest items lifted include washer/dryers, refrigerators, A/C units, abandoned sofas, etc.
VISION REQUIREMENTS
- Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to observe areas needing attention/correction. Read cautionary labels; respond to written instructions from
- Frequent need (33% to 60% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm’s Observe and assist in general maintenance; observe problems throughout property.
HEARING REQUIREMENTS
- Not Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to receive instructions from residential management. Written instructions should be acceptable.
SPEAKING REQUIREMENTS
- Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to verbally communicate with staff and
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- Outdoors (66% to 100% of the time), all conditions, often for extended periods of
- Occasional exposure (1% to 33% of time) to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, Example: Apartments during/after make-ready.
- Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to work in awkward and confining Must be able to work in a fast-paced and customer service-oriented environment.
- Performs duties under pressure and meets deadlines in a timely
- Works as part of a team, as well as completes assignments
- Takes instructions from
- Exercises problem-solving
- Interacts with co-workers, supervisors, guests and the public in a professional and pleasant
REASONING DEVELOPMENT
- Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to a variety of practical situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may occasionally involve minor deviations. Needs ability to think rationally beyond a specific set of instructions.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Learns and complies with all company safety
- Immediately reports all unsafe conditions to
- Must be familiar with all safety features or equipment, machinery, or materials encompassed by job
- Must check with supervisor if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job
- Takes the monthly safety course as assigned.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Employees must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of the company, including those set out in the Employee Handbook, or otherwise communicated (verbally or in writing) to
- This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by the company. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by supervisors, managers or other company officials.
- This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the company and any
- The job responsibilities of this position may include cross-training in other functions or positions to ensure satisfactory operation of the department or work
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $13.00 /hour
Experience:
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