Grounds Technician

About the Role

A Grounds Technician is responsible for the daily upkeep and appearance of the community to maintain a welcoming environment for residents and guests. This position requires effective time management, attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with residents, associates, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily grounds maintenance, including picking up and disposing of trash, pet waste removal, maintaining pet waste stations, sweeping walkways, and snow removal (where applicable).
• Maintain all trash rooms/areas for cleanliness and functionality; ensure trash chutes are operable and unclog them as needed.
• Clean pools as directed, monitor chemical balance, and maintain logs as required by city ordinances (when applicable).
• Conduct inspections and routine repairs of the irrigation system (when applicable).
• Assist Maintenance and Housekeeping teams in preparing vacant apartment homes, including trash removal from vacant units.
• Accompany vendors to vacant and/or occupied units as needed.
• Clean windows, breezeways, all amenities/common areas, model homes, and offices.
• Complete building repairs, paint, and replace exterior/interior light bulbs as needed.
• Water plants manually as needed.
• Assist in distributing resident correspondence and notices while maintaining privacy of confidential information.
• Monitor supplies and maintain equipment.
• Ensure the maintenance shop/custodial area is clean, organized, and professionally presentable at all times.
• Utilize Weidner-issued cell phone and specified apps as part of daily responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kilograms, climb ladders, and climb multiple flights of stairs.
• Able to use an appliance dolly and push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kilograms.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to be on feet constantly for an entire work shift (if applicable).
• Complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn and contribute daily.
• Able to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and text.
• Experienced in Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) preferred.
• Yardi, HappyCo, and Paycom experience preferred; willing and able to learn new software programs.
• Follow Weidner’s Mission, Vision, and Values and comply with all Weidner policies, procedures, and applicable laws (Fair Housing, local, state/province, and federal).
• Prompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code/uniform and maintain a professional appearance.
• Work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independently.
• Ability to work overtime as requested.
• Willing and able to be assigned to other Weidner properties as needed.
• Working knowledge of English; detail-oriented and well-organized.
• Must agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testing.
• Must have access to a personal vehicle and/or reliable transportation at all times.
• Driver’s license, vehicle, and vehicle insurance must be valid, unexpired, and match the country in which the associate will work.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for personal, financial, and legal matters (up to three sessions at no cost).
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match of up to 4% of eligible income; opportunities to earn leasing commissions and/or semi-annual performance-based bonuses (position dependent).
• Time Away from Work: Vacation accrual with no usage waiting period; sick time accrual with eligibility after 60 days of employment; nine company-designated paid holidays annually.
• Housing Benefits: Employee apartment discount available at Weidner communities, subject to availability and community guidelines.