Groundskeeper

At WinnCompanies, our work starts with people — the residents who call our communities home, the neighborhoods we help strengthen, and the 4,600+ team members across 30 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico who make it all possible. As an award-winning owner, developer, and manager of high-impact, mixed-income apartment communities, we are proud to be one of the nation’s leading managers of multifamily housing and one of the largest operators of affordable housing communities. We bring together people who care about quality housing, meaningful service, and making a difference every day.

About the role

WinnCompanies is looking for a Groundskeeper to join our team in Fort Drum, NY. In this role, you will perform landscaping functions to ensure the appearance and physical condition of the property is maintained to ownership and management expectations. This position is located at a federal facility. In accordance with the REAL ID Act, effective May 7, 2025, a REAL ID compliant driver's license/ID is required in order to access the federal facility.

Responsibilities

• Pick up trash and debris throughout property.
• Empty trash receptacles at playgrounds, office facilities, dog parks/stations, etc.
• Sweep, blow off and/or shovel parking lots, sidewalks and entries.
• Provide weekly inspections and reporting of deficiencies such as roads, lighting, safety hazards, and abandoned/vacant homes.
• Deliver tools, equipment and parts through property when required.
• Perform pressure washing of occupied and vacant homes.
• Transport equipment, furnishings and appliances to job sites.
• Complete and submit all required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• When required, update work order status including time, materials and notes on mobile devices provided in an accurate and timely manner.
• Keep storm drains free of debris.
• Clean fence lines weekly.
• May include watering grass, plants, trees, trim shrubs and low hanging trees up to 12 feet.
• May include basic maintenance or repair.
• May be responsible for monthly playground inspection, reporting and minor repairs (if necessary).
• May be responsible for lawn mowing, weeding, or weed eating.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Entry level knowledge of basic maintenance.
• Basic familiarity with computers.
• Ability to utilize a mobile device effectively.
• Ability to speak and understand basic English.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Pay

$18.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligible full-time U.S. employees enjoy a competitive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, a floating holiday, and a day of service
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA, FSA, and dependent care savings options
• 401(k) with company match and company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and career growth resources
• Wellness programs, employee assistance resources, commuter benefits, and employee discount programs
• Flexible and hybrid work options for eligible positions