Apartment Community Groundskeeper

Apartner; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Apartner in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a reliable Groundskeeper to maintain exterior cleanliness, safety, and common-area appearance. The role involves outdoor maintenance of sidewalks, parking areas, and common spaces, plus operating simple exterior equipment.

Ideal candidates will have 1+ year of related experience, the ability to lift 50+ lbs, and a high school diploma or equivalent. This on-site position emphasizes safety, punctuality, and independence in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in groundskeeping, maintenance, custodial, or general labor preferred.
• Ability to operate equipment safely as part of daily tasks.
• Basic handyman skills for light exterior repairs are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain exterior common areas: sidewalks, courtyards, parking lots, trash enclosures, and walkways.
• Empty and clean trash/recycling areas; remove debris and litter from grounds.
• Sweep and pressure-wash exterior surfaces and common areas as needed.
• Perform basic exterior maintenance and repairs (fencing, signage, trash cans, lighting fixtures).
• Operate and maintain non-landscaping equipment (pavement sweepers, blowers, pressure washers).
• Monitor and report safety hazards, property damage, vandalism, and maintenance needs to management.
• Assist with move-in/move-out clean-ups, event setups, and special projects.
• Follow property safety, appearance, and sustainability standards.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Reliability

Punctuality

Independence

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Lift 50+ lbs

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Pavement sweepers

Pressure washers

Job description

We're seeking a reliable Groundskeeper to maintain exterior cleanliness, safety, and common-area appearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain exterior common areas: sidewalks, courtyards, parking lots, trash enclosures, and walkways
• Empty and clean trash/recycling areas; remove debris and litter from grounds
• Sweep and pressure-wash exterior surfaces and common areas as needed
• Perform basic exterior maintenance and repairs (fencing, signage, trash cans, lighting fixtures)
• Operate and maintain non-landscaping equipment (pavement sweepers, blowers, pressure washers)
• Monitor and report safety hazards, property damage, vandalism, and maintenance needs to management
• Assist with move-in/move-out clean-ups, event setups, and special projects
• Follow property safety, appearance, and sustainability standards

Qualifications

• 1+ year groundskeeping, maintenance, custodial, or general labor experience preferred
• Ability to operate relevant equipment safely
• Basic handyman skills for light exterior repairs
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, and work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Core Values

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Competence
• Enthusiasm
• Professionalism
• Reliability & Attendance

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