Groundskeeper - Charleston Oaks

EARN A $750.00 SIGN-ON BONUS AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE FIRST 90 DAYS.

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Henssler is proud to offer a GENEROUS benefits package to all our employees:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off (3 weeks to start)
• 11 Paid holidays plus 6 half days
• Medical insurance (100% company paid for employee coverage), plus dental and vision
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(K) with generous company match
• Life insurance (company paid for employee)
• Short and long-term disability insurance (company-paid)
• Continuing education support

The primary responsibilities of the Groundskeeper involve the upkeep of the property to enhance and maintain its curb appeal. The Groundskeeper will also assist the rest of the staff, as directed, in their efforts to manage the property in an efficient manner. The Groundskeeper reports to the Community Manager.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Conducts all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Preventive Maintenance/Safety

• Checks and replaces exterior lighting on a regular basis.
• If certified for pool maintenance, cleans, and maintains pool as directed. Keeps inventory of pool chemicals.
• Always maintains awareness of proper safety precautions.
• Constantly observes conditions of apartment property throughout the community and immediately reports and/or initiates action to correct unsafe conditions.
• Must be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, and sewer cleanouts.
• Ensures that storage areas remain locked when not in use.

General

Physically walks the property frequently, removing litter, debris, and pet droppings from the grounds. It is critical that the following areas remain neat and free of litter at all times:

• Pool area
• Laundry room
• Mailrooms (if applicable)
• Dumpster areas
• Recreation areas
• Grounds adjacent to the road, and in front of the office
• Walkways to and from, and in between buildings
• Parking lots and drives
• Performs “trash-out” duties at vacated apartments daily; removes all abandoned furniture, trash, and boxes; transfers to dumpster or storage area, whichever is applicable
• Transfers trash and other items left outside of dumpster into dumpster; picks up and sweeps area; keeps dumpster doors closed on windy days
• Details property on a regular basis: cleans and rakes shrub areas; shovels mud when necessary; uses a blower to keep sidewalks and walking areas clean of loose grass and brush
• Repairs and replaces windows, screens, sliding glass doors, etc. Performs routine maintenance on property as requested by the Community Manager, Assistant Community Manager, and/or Service Supervisor
• Assists with various physical tasks as directed; i.e., tearing down fences, digging post holes, carrying abandoned sofas, etc.
• Assists with “make-ready” duties when requested by the Community Manager, Assistant Community Manager, and/or Service Supervisor
• Helps clean and maintain storage areas
• Performs interior and exterior painting duties when requested; carries buckets of paint from storage area to work site.
Completes minor and routine service requests when requested by the Community Manager, Assistant Community Manager, and/or Service Supervisor
• - follows procedure when service requests are performed.
• Changes locks, and makes keys when directed
• Distributes resident communications to residents; i.e., upcoming events, pest control notices, newsletters
• Performs work area clean-up and safety-related duties
• Assists in keeping grounds neat and free of litter; e.g., rakes, sweeps, shovels as circumstances warrant
• Performs any additional duties assigned by the Service Supervisor or Community Manager

• Must be able to physically complete assigned job duties and take direction.
• Predictable and regular attendance and ability to report to work on time are required.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Technical Knowledge – knowledgeable in one or more trade areas.
• Safety and Health Management – Understands health and safety policies and procedures and ensures their proper application.
• Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.