Groundskeeper/Porter

Job Purpose Many of the larger communities will have a dedicated Groundskeeper who is responsible for maintaining all common areas and the grounds of each community in clean condition at all times. The Groundskeeper will also perform any minor landscaping duties that the landscaping contractor does not include in their responsibilities. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Will always include those specifically assigned by the immediate supervisorProviding excellent service to residents, guests, employees and contractorsCleaning and monitoring trash receptacle locations on propertyCleaning all amenity areas including the clubhouse, model apartment, pool, sport courts and restroomsClearing and removing debris from community grounds, breezeways and amenity areasCompleting and assisting with minor work orders as directed by the Maintenance SupervisorDelivering resident correspondence and packages to units as requested Daily/Weekly Meetings: Meet with Maintenance Supervisor daily to review work orders and assignments. Communicate all maintenance concerns. Expect to receive a daily list of assignments and direction from Maintenance SupervisorTimekeeping: Keep a record of hours utilizing company provided forms/software. Obtain authorization to work overtime from Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager Common Area Inspection/Pick-up: Pickup debris and pet waste and perform inspection of all areas daily, before the office is open for business. Always be diligent to look for maintenance issuesGrounds Maintenance: Per schedule provided by Maintenance Supervisor, keep grounds maintained and free of debris. Always be diligent to look for maintenance issuesTrash: Maintain trash receptacles to be clean and clear, always available for residents. Any back-ups, overflows, or malfunctions should be reported to Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager immediately. Assist with City pick up, when necessaryPressure Washing: At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, perform pressurewashing of common areas, walks and buildingsCustodial/Cleaning: At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, perform sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal and other cleaning in interior common areas and unitsWorkorders: Complete minor workorders as directed. Ensure 24-hour response policyBreezeway Cleanliness: Enforce trash standards on property. Report violations to Maintenance Supervisor so notices to residents can be issuedPool Maintenance: At the direction of Maintenance Supervisor, log and maintain pool chemicals daily, according to local codeLogs: At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, maintain MSDS/OSHA/EPA logs in shop and office. Keep abreast of changes to MSDS sheets Maintenance Inventory: Inform Maintenance Supervisor of supplies neededWeekend Coverage: Per schedule provided by Maintenance Supervisor, provide coverage of common areas on weekends and Saturday afternoon cleansMonthly/OngoingScheduled Inspections: Review Preventative Maintenance Calendar on monthly basis. At the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform following duties on a monthly basis:a. Landscape walk with Maintenance Supervisorb. Breezeway Inspectionsc. Safety and Trip Hazard InspectionsMonthly Safety Meeting: Attend a monthly safety meeting to stay informed of safety regulations and changes. Utilize meeting to communicate problems and get direction on better ways of doing things and improved cost controlEquipment Inventory: Ensure proper equipment is kept in inventory. Report missing/broken equipment immediately to Maintenance Supervisor. Assist in the verification of inventory as directed. Advise Maintenance Supervisor of any needed equipment/suppliesEducation: Keep Maintenance Supervisor updated on education and certification needs. Ensure and required licenses and certifications are kept currentMove-Out/Move-InVendor Assistance: Work with vendors during process and provide input to Maintenance Supervisor regarding vendors’ status and adherence to scheduleUn t Punch: Complete unit punch at the direction of Maintenance SupervisorQUALIFICATIONS:High degree of neatness and respect for property and landscape combined with awillingness and desire to learnAble to understand cleaning solution labels and use as instructedAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memosAbility to write simple correspondenceAbility to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organizationAbility to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distanceAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructionsProfessional and energetic demeanor resulting from previous landscape, maintenance, or housekeeping experienceGood customer service skillsGood communication and listening skillsAble to be an effective team player and interact well with othersOrganized and detail-orientedPatient, even-tempered and works well under pressureEffective time management skillsAble to maintain confidentialityAble to follow directions from a supervisorAble to understand and follow posted work rules and proceduresAble to accept constructive criticismWilling to work in all types of weather conditionsAble to work weekends or overtime as job requires Education And Experience Requirements Less than high school education; or up to six months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceBroad-based experience in all phases of ground maintenance. Must be familiar with basic maintenance and minor repairs of small engines Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid driver’s license with proof of insurance