What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper/ Make-Ready Porter - Colina Vista position at TEXAS INTER FAITH MANAGEMENT?
POSITION SUMMARY
Texas Inter-Faith Management/40i is a non-profit organization affiliated with The Inter-Faith Group (IFG), which is an alliance of seven independently operated non-profits that share a collective mission to create quality affordable housing and support services to families. Our team members are expected to embrace, exemplify and uphold our core values of Stewardship, Hard-working, Well-respected, Innovation, and Neighborly cooperation (SHWIN), in order to foster positive relationships both within the organization and with external stakeholders.
We are looking for someone that is proactive, self-motivated, reliable, honest and takes great pride in their work and job performance.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Schedule: Monday-Friday, with weekend availability, on-call, and possible overtime.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Responsible for meticulous upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors and leasing office, parking lots and other community buildings by picking up trash and debris, pressure-washing breezeways and pool areas, performing general cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
- Remove trash from office areas and apartment community perimeter on a daily basis.
- Assist in the preparation of make-ready units, including removal of trash from vacant apartments (trash outs) prior to make-ready and touch-up paints as needed.
- Assist in the cleaning of available apartments and or models.
- Mowing, edging. Weeding, mulching and fertilizing lawns & beds as needed and as assigned
- Trimming small trees, hedges and shrubs
- Planting shrubs, flowers and trees
- Watering gardens, lawns and landscapes as needed and as season requires
- Assist in the troubleshoot/repair of mechanical, carpentry and electrical problems.
- Report any maintenance concerns for repairs on available apartments, models, clubhouse, and/or common areas to the Maintenance Supervisor.
- Deliver communication documentation to residents.
- Contribute to resident retention programs.
- Complies with Texas Inter-Faith Management/40i current maintenance safety, emergency procedures, leading and marketing, management, and operations manuals along with the team member handbook.
- Demonstrates customer service skills by treating residents and others with respect, answering resident questions, responding sensitively to complaints about maintenance services, and completing assigned work orders with efficiency and urgency.
- Comply with all training requirements set forth for this position.
- Other tasks or duties as assigned by supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
Physical & Driving Requirements:
- Will need to be on feet (66% to 100%).
- Must have a valid driver’s license, insurance, and car registration if driving for business purposes.
Experience:
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- At least one (1) year of experience in groundskeeping or a similar role
- Knowledge of lawn care and landscaping techniques
- Physical fitness
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Familiarity with sprinkler systems and other landscaping equipment
- Knowledge of gardening techniques
- Knowledge of gardening products such as fertilizers and pesticides
- Proficiency in using manual and power tools safely