Maintenance and Grounds Worker

THE POSITION OF GROUNDSKEEPER:

To be responsible, under the direction of the Property Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor, for the overall maintenance and care of the grounds, parking areas and common area facilities so they stay clean and orderly at all times. Because of the importance of assuring the successful management of the maintenance staff, the groundskeeper may be cross-trained to complete some duties of the maintenance technician to provide support and cooperation in completing all work items. Above all else, the spirit of teamwork and cooperation with other team members will not only improve the job you do, but enhance the entire work experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Keep the grounds, garbage container areas, hallways, and parking lots, in a neat and orderly manner, not allowing any trash or debris to accumulate around the premises. Continually monitor all areas. Depending on the property, it may be required to vacuum and/or blow hallways, parking areas and breezeways as two or three times a week as necessary.

· Assist or perform all work associated with the upkeep of the grounds at the direction of the Property Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor.

· Report to the Property Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor to communicate needs of the property and receive assignments.

· Continuously inspects the property for safety hazards that pose a liability or potential and correct or report immediately.

· Keeps an adequate inventory of needed supplies and completes monthly and quarterly reports as required. Maintaining the shop in a neat, safe and orderly condition.

· Incorporates both safety and customer service in the performance of all duties.

· Maintains the exterior of the property appearance – including lawn mowing and snow removal.

· Purchase equipment and supplies as agent of the property, ordering and picking up parts and supplies as requested.

Curb Appeal

· Assist management/leasing staff with curb appeal which may include detailing model units, putting out balloons, banners, signs, etc.

Building & Common Area Maintenance

· Daily cleaning of all common areas including but not limited to the community room, fitness area, elevators, elevator lobbies, laundry centers, hallways and model unit as designated by the Property Manager.

· Sweep all assigned areas, stairways, halls, laundry centers, building entrances and common areas.

· Wet mop and vacuum all public area stairways, hallways, laundry centers, building entrances and common areas. Always post ‘Slippery When Wet’ signs.

· Empty garbage containers in all common areas.

· Dust all furniture and fixtures in the common areas.

· Report all unusual circumstances such as vandalism, missing light bulbs or fixtures, missing smoke detectors or extinguishers in the common areas to the Maintenance Supervisor.

· Report supply needs to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Parking Areas

· Parking areas are to be maintained in a clean and safe manner. Speed bumps, fire lanes and parking stalls should always be crisply painted. Any potholes should be reported immediately to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Job Qualifications:

• High School or GED (General Education Diploma) preferred.
• Regular attendance, punctuality and dependability required.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required based upon specific property needs.
• Basic computer skills/knowledge required to perform job functions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize work functions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn industry standards.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people and customers.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Warren, OH 44484 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Warren, OH 44484: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person