Groundskeeper

Position Purpose

The Groundskeeper maintains the exterior, grounds, and shared areas of an assigned community so residents and visitors encounter a clean, safe, and well kept community. The role performs daily walks, removes litter and debris, cares for landscape areas, and reports conditions that need repair or attention.

The Groundskeeper reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and assists the maintenance team with vacant unit preparation, minor repairs, cleaning, and other assigned work. The position requires consistent follow through, safe use of equipment, and respectful communication with residents and coworkers.

Essential Responsibilities

Grounds and Common Areas

• Walk the property daily and remove litter, debris, cigarette butts, and pet waste from grounds and shared areas.
• Keep the leasing office exterior, pool and recreation areas, laundry and mail areas, sidewalks, pathways, driveways, stairwells, balconies, parking areas, and vehicle entries clean as applicable.
• Maintain landscaping and walkways through raking, blowing leaves and debris, and other assigned grounds work.
• Keep dumpster and trash enclosure areas clean and organized; secure doors and containers according to site procedures, especially during windy weather.
• Collect and dispose of trash and abandoned items from vacated units as directed, following company procedures for handling and disposal.
• Assist with seasonal work and storm debris cleanup to restore safe access and appearance.

Maintenance and Property Support

• Perform daily checks for litter, damage, lighting issues, unsafe conditions, and other exterior maintenance concerns; report needs promptly to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Replace exterior bulbs and perform minor lighting, window, door, and other exterior repairs within training and assigned authority.
• Assist with painting of exterior or interior surfaces and minor repairs such as fences and post installations.
• Support vacant unit preparation, including moving materials, cleaning, changing locks, and cutting keys when assigned and trained.
• Respond to routine service requests assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor and document completed work according to company procedures.
• Keep maintenance shops, storage rooms, tools, and supplies clean, organized, and secure against unauthorized access.
• Distribute resident notices, such as pest control schedules and community announcements, when directed by management.

Emergency and Storm Response

• Assist with hurricane and severe weather readiness, including site plans, generator and life safety system checks, and fuel and supply staging.
• Follow post storm assessments directives and assist the MS in contacting emergency vendors, and restoration priorities.
• Help coordinate any onsite escalations in the event of a fire, flood, or other property emergencies and remediations arise.
• Follow proper property safety and emergency response plans at all times.

Safety and Service

• Follow company policies and applicable safety, accessibility, and Fair Housing requirements while carrying out assigned work.
• Use equipment and personal protective gear properly, and promptly report hazards, damage, or conditions that could affect residents or staff.
• Communicate professionally with residents, vendors, and coworkers and coordinate access or concerns with the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to complete assigned grounds and cleaning work independently and maintain a consistent daily routine.
• Ability to use common landscaping and maintenance tools safely and to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Attention to property appearance, safety hazards, and timely reporting of repair needs.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with residents, staff, and vendors and work effectively as part of the onsite team.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

The employee frequently lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls 20 to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. The role requires regular standing, walking, and sitting; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, grasping, and handling objects as needed. Work is frequently outdoors and may involve odors, fumes, dust, humidity, wet conditions, temperature extremes, and varying weather. The employee must be able to communicate with residents, staff, and vendors.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for personnel so classified.