Apartment Maintenance Technician - Groundskeeper

GSC; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

General Services Corporation (GSC) is seeking a maintenance/grounds staff to uphold the upkeep of multi-family residential grounds, amenities, exteriors, and leasing offices across multiple properties in the Chapel Hill and Carrboro area. The role emphasizes cleanliness, curb appeal, and safety across common areas.

You will perform grounds maintenance, operate hand and power tools, and support the turnover and readiness of units.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with janitorial or grounds tasks is a plus.
• Comfort with regulated chemicals/materials is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of breezeways, hallways, leasing office, clubhouse, model apartments, and facilities.
• Hold and operate company vehicle and carts; perform service checks and washing.
• Complete work orders using the job ticket system Servus Connect.
• Maintain curb appeal with blower, pressure washer and related tools.
• Follow Turnover Checklist and Ready for Approval procedures.
• Be available for inclement weather maintenance as needed.
• Adhere to training for O&M plans and programs.
• Report hazards or violations to Leasing Office promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand tools use

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Description

General Services Corporation (GSC) has been in the business of providing multifamily housing since 1975. It is our belief that employees are core to the Company’s continued success and that the Company and its employees must embrace common guiding principles in order to realize that success.

The Company’s guiding principles are trust, honesty, integrity and ethical conduct. Sensitivity and responsiveness to our residents and employees are necessary to the growth and long-term success of the Company and its employees. Employees must be willing to make a commitment to these same principles, without compromise.

We expect every employee to:

1. Conduct any and all communications with our customers, prospects, applicants, residents, or coworkers in a manner consistent with the Company’s Customer Service Program and philosophy.

2. Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.

Locations

Booker Creek Townhouse Apartments - Chapel Hill

Franklin Woods - Chapel Hill

Kingswood - Chapel Hill

Pinegate - Chapel Hill

Carolina Apartments - Carrboro

Estes Park - Carrboro

Ridgewood - Carrboro

Royal Park - Carrboro

University Lake - Carrboro

Atrium - Durham

Chapel Tower - Durham

Colonial Townhouse Apartments - Durham

Duke Manor - Durham

Holly Hills - Durham

Brook Hill Townhouse Apartments - Raleigh

Bryn Athyn at Six Forks - Raleigh

Pines of Ashton - Raleigh

Summary

Overall responsible for the upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors and leasing office, parking lots and other community buildings of multi-family residential apartments. Focused on keeping the property's cleanliness, physical appearance & curb appeal.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Cleanliness of building breezeways and hallways, leasing office, clubhouse, model apartments, fitness center, service shop, and service restrooms.
• Maintaining the condition of company vehicle and/or golf carts which includes service checks and monthly wash.
• Complete work orders using ticket system Servus Connect.
• Maintain curb appeal including but not limited to using power blower, pressure washer and other tools as needed.
• Performing all tasks on the Turnover Checklist and Ready for Approval form (GSC Form #905).
• Must be available for inclement weather maintenance, before, during & after.
• Reviewing, understanding complying and fulfilling training requirements for the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Plans and Programs.
• Support the Company’s efforts to ensure the property is enforcing the company standards by reporting any illegal activity, hazards, disturbances, or pet violations to the Leasing Office as soon as possible.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Janitorial and/or grounds experience preferred.
• Must consent to work with regulated chemicals and/or materials and/or substances.
• Must have a valid driver’s license within the state of residency, an acceptable driving record and own transportation.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, and crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.