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Position Title:

Grounds Maintenance

Department:

Property Management

Reports To:

Property Manager & Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA Status:

X

Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Exempt (Salary)

Position Purpose

Performs light maintenance duties necessary to maintain and enhance the value of the community.  Assists with repairs and improvements of vacant apartments for a market ready status.  Works as a team participant along with the maintenance staff to ensure the community meets the quality maintenance standards set by the Company.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.  Trade school and/or military training a plus.  One to two years verifiable hands-on general maintenance experience is preferred.  The ability to work independently and pay close attention to detail is required. 

Job Requirements/Skills

All common hand tools, including but not limited to screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, etc.  Hand tools normally used in construction, maintenance or landscaping, such as lawnmower, hedge trimmer, string trimmer, etc.  Other power tools including, but not limited to, power floor cleaner, carpet shampoo machine, power drain cleaner, chain saw and key machine.  Motorized vehicles.  Valid driver’s license and good driving record along with auto insurance required.  May be required to be certified to use pool chemicals depending on the location. 

Essential Functions

·  Assists with preparing vacant apartments for new residents, this includes but not limited to painting, cleaning, trash removal etc.

·  Gathers and properly disposes of litter and debris including but not limited to cigarette butts, papers, cans, leaves, etc. found on the community grounds.

·  Sweeps and maintains driveways, parking lots, curbs, dumpster areas, exterior hallways, and all other public areas as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.

·  If applicable, monitors pool and spa chemicals daily and maintains logbooks as required by the health department.

·  Maintains and cleans pool and spa as needed.

·  If applicable, provides snow removal to walks, drives and porches as needed.

·  Maintains exterior lighting by changing light bulbs as needed.

·  Maintains the ground equipment which may include repairs and preventative maintenance as needed.

·  Moves heavy objects and operates various machinery such as lawnmowers, hedge-trimmers, etc.

·  Monitors and reports any insect damage and/or plant disease affecting community landscape to the Maintenance Supervisor.

·  Reports and maintenance concerns or unsafe conditions or repairs to the Maintenance Supervisor.

·  Installs and/or removes external temporary signage and decorations.

·  Maintains open communication with the Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.

·  Represents the Company in a professional manner at all times.

·  Delivers various communications to residents as needed

·  Provides assistance to other staff members as needed.

·  Attends and participates in training seminars as requested.

·  Attends and assists with resident social functions and activities.

·  May be required to drive motorized vehicle on or off property for Company business.

·  Performs other duties as assigned.