Groundskeeper

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, upkeep, and snow removal of the property at the direction of the owners, Supervising Manager, or Property Manager for the apartments. To ensure that work is completed in a timely manner and meets quality standards, the Groundskeeper will also be in contact with vendors throughout the year in many different aspects, from sprinkler and lawn needs to snow and ice removal.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years or more of skilled grounds care and outdoor work
• General knowledge of all aspects of machine and small engines for care and sprinklers
• Working knowledge of tools
• Valid State Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Ability to multitask
• Self-starter
• Extensive interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work with technology, not limited to maintenance software and machinery
• Be able to perform manual labor in the elements
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Background check and drug screen upon offer of employment

Expectations:

• Adhere and contribute to the company’s philosophy, values, and culture
• Maintain a professional and clean appearance as you represent the business image & reputation as an employee
• Provide outstanding customer service and interactions
• Ability to adhere to the highest level of professional standards
• Ability to follow directions of management
• Positive attitude
• Ability to work unsupervised for long periods of time
• Help with some maintenance tasks required for 2 people at times
• Paint and pressure wash exterior parts of the property
• Demonstrate dependability by being onsite on time, staying throughout the shift, and maintaining a steady work routine throughout the shift

Specific Job Tasks & Duties:

• Complete service tickets for specific clean-ups of care and log all work orders legibly and accurately in a timely manner on paper and in the computer system
• Clock-in & clock-out at the office or with the work phone if provided
• Be accessible with the work phone and have GPS activated for safety and accountability when on and off the property and using company vehicles and trailers rented or owned by the apartments for on and off-site jobs
• Prepare apartments by following established turnover processes to ensure spaces are ready for new residents on the exterior walks and removal of items
• Professionally interact with residents
• Help load and unload with maintenance any time more than one person may be required for a job to be completed safely and efficiently
• Install, repair, and remove sprinklers, but not limited to these
• Complete minor carpentry and tool repairs including exterior doors, sprinkler heads, tree and shrub planting or removal
• Light sprinkler repairs
• Completes some exterior painting or staining projects
• Grounds maintenance, including but not limited to daily garbage clean up, weekly trash bag replacement, landscaping, lawn mowing and fertilizing, weed kill and waking, snow clearing of walkways and parking lot, ice melt application etc.
• General security and monitoring of the property for the residence. If trespassing, people need to be asked to leave for safety and cleanliness of the property
• General exterior maintenance and knowledge of building and property
• Inspection of vehicles and parking passes for residents to keep in compliance with leases and rules of the property

General Job Tasks and Duties:

• Upkeep grounds including landscaping, bulk trash removal, and snow removal
• Manage and solve issues in a timely manner
• Foster positive relationships and interactions with residents, applicants, vendors, contractors, team members, and community members
• Run errands, pick up materials and coordinate with vendors and travel between properties
• Must be able to walk, stand, climb, and work in tight spaces
• Ability to climb ladders and work from varying heights using various kinds of machinery
• Good physical condition and strength, ability to lift 80 lbs. unassisted
• Maintain and run machinery with proper training and safety

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Missoula, MT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20