Groundskeeper

About PRAXM

PRAXM is a multifamily real estate management company with its heart planted firmly in the Midwest. With people as our top priority we continually pursue excellence through innovation, continuous collaboration, and successful execution. We are ONE team that supports and encourages one another communicating with respect, honesty, transparency, exchanging of ideas and continuous feedback. Commitment to our employees, investors, and the communities we serve is truly what makes us great! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military/veteran status, or disability status.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a qualified Groundskeeper to join our team. Below is a listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Specific Essential Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for keeping the property grounds, stairways/hallways, and other public areas neat, clean, and free of debris. This position may also be required to perform other cleaning and basic maintenance and/or repair work under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Technician.
• Maintains storage, work, and shop areas in a neat, well-stocked, clean, and organized manner
• Works with property staff to maximize renewals by performing maintenance procedures as required by the property renewal program
• Assists with the completion of basic, routine property maintenance tasks requested by the Maintenance Supervisor
• Works with maintenance team to complete turn-key operations
• Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the groundskeeper regularly inspects property and reports maintenance and repair issues
• Regularly inspects grounds, which includes, cleaning stairways/hallways/common areas, sweeping and blowing walkways/common areas, disposing of trash (including boxes, furniture, fixtures and furnishings), cleaning misc. items (windows, doors, signs, etc.), vacuuming and mopping floors as required, and in inclement weather, assists with snow and ice removal
• If the property has a pool, groundskeepers are required to clean and maintain pool areas and may be required to perform basic pool maintenance
• Performs trash removal functions including transporting trash to the dumpster and compacting trash, keeping the dumpster area clean and neat
• Works with Maintenance Supervisor to ensure adherence to company safety standards, policies, and procedures
• Is familiar with property map that clearly identifies all utility cut-offs, the location of hydrants, gas mains and any other property safety information.
• Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, regularly inspects property for safety and security issues, including, but not limited to: Non-functioning lights, ground and trip hazards, broken fences, exposed wiring, potholes, and sewer line breaks.
• Must be knowledgeable and adhere to Sexual Harassment and Fair Housing Guidelines

Work Environment

• Ability to work inside or outside and in varying weather conditions
• Must have dependable transportation and be able to accommodate a rotating on-call schedule, and work a varied schedule to include weekends and holidays as required
• Physical demands include the ability to walk, climb stairs, sit, or stand for long periods of time and occasionally lift up to 50lbs

Compensation

• $17-19/hour