Apartment Groundskeeper

Monarch Investment and Management Group; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 80h/yr

Paid holidays

Rent discount

401(k)

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Monarch Investment and Management Group’s Van Buren Village Apartments in Kettering, OH, is seeking a Full-Time Groundskeeper to help keep the property clean, safe, and welcoming for residents. Schedule is Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM with no evenings or weekends.

The role focuses on exterior cleanliness and upkeep rather than landscaping, with opportunities for growth, competitive pay, and strong benefits. Experience in janitorial or grounds work is ideal.

Qualifications

• General groundskeeping knowledge required.
• Ability to safely operate landscape equipment.
• Willingness to learn OSHA compliance within 15 days.
• Irrigation knowledge is preferred but not required.
• Strong customer service and team attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain exterior areas: parking lots, curbs, hallways, dumpster areas, playgrounds, sport courts.
• Seasonal cleanup: flower beds, planting, raking, fertilizing, leaf removal.
• Light tree/bush trimming.
• Snow removal when needed.
• Assist maintenance staff with basic tasks (moving appliances, inspections, preventative maintenance).
• Issue pet violation notices when applicable.
• Maintain a professional, positive attitude with residents and staff.
• Follow all OSHA and Monarch safety procedures.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Landscape equipment operation

Customer service

Team player

OSHA compliance

Job description

Description

Full-time Apartment Groundskeeper — Van Buren Village Apartments (Kettering, OH)

Full‑Time | M–F 8:30–5:30 | No evenings. No weekends.

Van Buren Village Apartments is a beautifully maintained 41‑acre community in Southeast Kettering, and we’re hiring a Full‑Time Groundskeeper to help keep our property clean, safe, and welcoming for residents.

This role is more cleaning and upkeep than landscaping — perfect for someone who enjoys keeping things neat, organized, and looking their best. If you have janitorial, grounds, or general cleaning experience, you’ll fit right in. Must enjoy working in the all weather conditions.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Stable daytime schedule — no nights, no weekends

• Work for a Top Places to Work recognized national company

• Strong benefits that support you and your family long‑term

• A friendly, supportive onsite team and a beautiful property to work on

Learn more about Monarch at: www.monarchinvestment.com/careers

Location

Van Buren Village Apartments 1956 Smithville Road South Kettering, OH 45420 www.vanburenapts.com

Pay & Schedule

• $17–$19/hr

• Up to $750 quarterly site performance bonus

• M–F, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM

• Paid holidays, no evenings, no weekends

We Offer

• 80 hours PTO in year 1 → 120 hours after 2 years → 150 hours after 5 years

• Paid holidays including your birthday or work anniversary

• 20% rent discount at any Monarch community after 30 days

• FREE apartment after 10 years of employment

• Medical, Dental, Vision (medical starting at under $50 /month)

• Matching 401(k) up to $4,000 annually

• Maintenance tech training, certifications & college tuition assistance

• $100 boot and pant reimbursement

• Annual Monarch outings & more

What You’ll Do

• Maintain the overall cleanliness of exterior areas: parking lots, curbs, hallways, dumpster areas, playgrounds, sport courts

• Seasonal cleanup: flower beds, planting, raking, fertilizing, leaf removal

• Light tree/bush trimming

• Snow removal when needed

• Assist maintenance staff with basic tasks (moving appliances, inspections, preventative maintenance)

• Issue pet violation notices when applicable

• Maintain a professional, positive attitude with residents and staff

• Follow all OSHA and Monarch safety procedures

What You Bring

• General groundskeeping or landscaping knowledge

• Ability to safely operate landscape equipment

• Willingness to learn OSHA compliance within 15 days

• Irrigation knowledge (preferred but not required)

• Strong customer service and a team‑focused attitude

This role requires pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check and a drug screening.