The primary responsibilities of the Groundskeeper involve the upkeep of the community’s exterior in order to enhance and maintain its curb appeal. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance and safety in accordance with company policy and standards. As an integral member of the property’s operating team, the groundskeeper’s general duties support the maintenance staff in their efforts to meet the maintenance and customer service needs of the property. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following in addition to those of the Housekeeper. Other duties may be assigned. Preventive Maintenance/Safety in Accordance with Company Policy and Standards. Check and replace exterior lighting on a scheduled and as-needed basis. Maintain awareness of proper safety precautions at all times, using appropriate PPE when using equipment. Assist in inspecting buildings and grounds to ensure safety and cleanliness, alert the Maintenance Supervisor to items that are in need of repair. Be aware of the location of all the property’s utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut offs and sewer clean outs. Properly maintain and store all equipment used for grounds maintenance. General Duties which Support the Efforts to Meet the Maintenance, Marketing and Customer Service Needs of the Property. Walk the community daily and remove litter and debris from the grounds. Remove trash daily from trash receptacles located in and around the pool, pet walk stations, interior and exterior amenities. If applicable, clean pool area, including wiping down and straightening pool furniture, cleaning skimmers, empting all ashtrays and blowing the deck and concrete surfaces. If applicable, clean pool and balance chemicals if properly trained and directed by Maintenance Supervisor. Dispose of trash and other items left outside of compactors or dumpsters. Pick up and sweep dumpster or compactor area on a daily basis. Operate trash compactors as needed. Remove pet waste from sidewalks, grounds as needed. Use a blower to keep sidewalk and walking areas free of loose grass and brush. Assist with various physical tasks as directed such as, (e.g.) tearing down fences, digging postholes, carrying abandoned furniture, etc. Assist in cleaning and maintaining all storage areas. Thoroughly clean all breezeways to include cleaning light fixtures, removing cobwebs and debris, wiping down stair risers. Periodically power wash the inside breezeway walls. Clean and perform regular maintenance on gutters. Power wash sidewalks and building exteriors when needed. Perform “trash-out” duties at vacated apartments. Remove all abandoned furniture, trash and boxes. Change locks and make keys when directed. Distribute resident communication from the office when needed. Assist with “make-ready” duties when requested by Maintenance Supervisor. Complete minor and routine service requests when requested by Maintenance Supervisor. Understand and observe all Fair Housing rules and regulations, in both letter and spirit. Treat all customers with courtesy and respect. Ensure excellent customer service, promoting a quality living experience for all residents. Participate in company-provided training. Comply with all Evolve standards and applicable health and safety rules and regulations as well as applicable state, and federal laws. Support and maintain a positive attitude. Inform supervisor if unable to complete work assigned or unable to be at work when scheduled. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Technical Skills- Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Customer Service- Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Oral Communication- Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Teamwork- Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Quality- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Safety and Security- Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Attendance/Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative- Asks for and offers help when needed. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Must have the ability to read basic instructions and signs in English. Ability to understand, print and speak at least simple sentences in English. Mathematical Skills No skills needed Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. MUST BE ABLE TO FOLLOW A SCHEDULE Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Schedule: 8 hour shift Ability to Relocate: Greenville, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
Salary: $18 an hour
Employment Type: Full-time
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