Groundskeeper / Porter

About the Role

In coordination with the Community Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, the Groundskeeper position maintains efficient operation and upkeep of property buildings and grounds in a supportive role. As a member of our maintenance team, the Groundskeeper is a vital component of our community's day to day impression on existing residents and prospective residents. As such, the Groundskeeper is expected to maintain a high level of quality customer service and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Detail clean vacant units and clean the clubhouse and amenities daily
• Maintain all exterior plant material including, but not limited to grass, trees, shrubs, plantings and flowers; includes removal of weeds from shrubbery beds and dead plant material
• Notify manager of any diseased, dying or dead landscape plantings
• Be aware of chemical or fertilizing postings and signs
• Detail property on regular basis; rake shrubs, shovel mud, when necessary
• Use blower to keep sidewalks and walking areas clear of loose grass and brush
• Shovel snow, plow and salt or use ice melt, as needed
• Physically walk the property on a frequent basis and remove litter, debris, pet droppings from the grounds
• Ensure the following areas remain neat and free of litter at all times: pool areas, laundry rooms, mail rooms, dumpster areas, recreation areas, grounds adjacent to the road, in front of office, walkways to and from and in-between buildings
• Pressure wash sidewalks, driveways and garages as needed
• Clean and maintain pool as directed
• Perform "trash-out" duties at vacated apartments on a daily basis; remove all abandoned furniture, trash, boxes; transfer to dumpster or storage area, whichever is applicable
• Transfer trash and other items left outside of dumpster into dumpster; keep dumpster doors closed on windy days
• Clean and sweep dumpster areas and all outdoor recreational areas
• Distribute resident communications, i.e. upcoming events, pest control notices, newsletters, etc.
• Assist with "make-ready" duties when requested
• Check and replace exterior lighting on a regular basis
• Repair and replace windows, screens, sliding glass doors, etc.
• Perform routine maintenance on property as requested
• Be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts
• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Action and results-oriented, enthusiastic
• Resourceful, creative, decisive
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently & as a member of various teams and committees with sound judgment
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
• Positive, can-do attitude with a commitment to excellence
• Pioneering spirit/drive
• Ability to meet stringent deadlines
• Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Outlook or other similar programs

Schedule

40 hours per week (typically 8:30AM - 5:30PM). This schedule is subject to change in accordance with market conditions, daylight savings time, and/or request of RPM. Must be available to work on Saturdays.

Benefits

• Monthly commissions for all active on-site employees
• Partially sponsored health, dental and vision
• Voluntary pet, life, disability, 401(k), etc.
• Leadership and skills training
• Support for a positive work/life balance
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• PTO annual accrual increases based off years of employment
• Extra Perks like rent discounts, holiday savings, company parties, and the opportunity to help contribute to a growing company's future success