Groundskeeper

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to serve as Groundskeeper for a rapidly growing and dynamic property management organization. This position is responsible for assisting with the upkeep of the property in order to enhance and maintain its curb appeal and customer satisfaction. This is an outstanding career opportunity for an experienced professional to be part of a passionate team of A players, committed to Bonaventure’s formula for success: Happy Employees=Happy Customers=Successful Business. This position will report to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preventative maintenance/safety
  • Check and replace exterior lighting on a regular basis.
  • If certified for the pool maintenance, clean and maintain the pool as directed.
  • Maintain awareness of proper safety precautions at all times.
  • Constantly observes the condition of apartment property throughout the property and immediately report and/or initiate action to correct unsafe conditions.
  • Needs to be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment, and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts.
  • Ensure that storage areas remain locked when not in use.
•  Physically walk the property on a frequent basis and remove litter, debris, and pet droppings from the grounds
• Perform "trash-out" duties at vacated apartments on a daily basis. Remove all abandoned furniture, trash, boxes. Transfer to dumpster or storage area, whichever is applicable.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by Property Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintain good relations with residents at all times.
• Attend meetings, training classes, and resident retention activities as directed.

Qualifications:

• Must meet all physical requirements and be able to take direction.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week Monday through Friday. The weekly schedule may change as required. It may be necessary to work weekends.
• An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of various hand tools, power tools, etc.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years in a customer-facing role.
• At least 2 years of experience in maintenance or grounds keeping role.

Why You Should Choose a Bonaventure Career: 

Our Culture 

• You would join a dynamic team of “A” players who are driven to success through accountability, opportunity, and rewards for performance  
• A highly engaged workforce who collaborate with stunning colleagues (YOU!), focused on the outcome, supported by data 
• You will succeed through living our Core Values. This is our heartbeat, our focal point to ensure we all remain true to Bonaventure and the long-term vision 
• You join a team intensive towards continuous improvement utilizing radical transparency and honest conversations on successes and opportunities 

Our Growth 

• We offer diverse services and derive revenue from multiple sources strengthening our fiscal presence 
• The need for our portfolio of businesses is rapidly expanding in markets we are in and markets we are entering – our services are in high demand 
• Bonaventure has developed, acquired, or managed over $3 billion of multifamily assets over the past 20 years and we currently manage over 6,000 multifamily units 

Our People 

• As we have grown, our employees have been provided with numerous opportunities and avenues for growth 
• We are a driven team of professionals that like to win 
• We are opportunity and solution-focused 
• All employees have quarterly conversations with their supervisors to discuss fit with core values and what parts of the job and performance are working or not working 
• We are committed to Inclusion and Diversity for all employees, vendors, applicants, and customers, celebrating the differences and similarities of one humankind 

EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) 

• Ensures alignment, transparency, and clarity about our long-term vision and how we will get there 
• Summarizes vision, core values, and future plans in two pages 
• Defines roles and responsibilities of every job in the organization 

Our Benefits 

• Comprehensive Benefit Plans 
• Four weeks of Paid Time Off and Seven Paid Holidays 
• 401k 
• Bonus Potential (most roles) 
• Competitive wages 

Our Core Values:  

• Growth - We create enduring value by continuously moving forward, innovating, and improving.  
• Attitude - We display and motivate others with our positive attitude and driven work ethic.  
• Collaboration - We do our best work when we work together. Every individual is encouraged to contribute because our next great idea can come from anyone.  

• Impact - Our effort produces measurable, meaningful results.  
• Accountability - We take personal ownership for our actions, commitments, and performance.  
• Reputation - Nothing is more important than our reputation.  

About Bonaventure: 

Founded in 1999, Bonaventure is a private equity real estate company headquartered in Alexandria, VA. Bonaventure specializes in multifamily design, development, construction, redevelopment, asset management, and property management, primarily in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern US. Bonaventure is fully integrated to oversee every phase of the acquisition, management, and disposition of our properties. With over $1.75 billion in transactions, $500 million worth of HUD loans, 7,500 residents, and 225 employees, Bonaventure boasts a full suite of multifamily property management and investments capabilities, a Class A construction company, and a portfolio of apartment homes in 2 states and 26 communities. 

Bonaventure is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Bonaventure is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Bonaventure are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Bonaventure will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Bonaventure encourages applicants of all ages.