Building & Grounds : Part-Time

Hornig Companies, Inc.; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package with paid time/0

Job summary

Hornig Companies in Chaska, MN is seeking a part-time Buildings and Grounds technician to maintain grounds, perform turnover cleaning and basic building upkeep. You will handle lawn care, snow removal, pest control coordination, and assist office staff as needed.

The role supports a family-owned property management team with a safety-conscious mindset, operates with a Mon-Fri daytime schedule, and offers a full benefits package including paid time off and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Certified Pool Operator license can be obtained within 2 months of employment.
• Ability to operate light machines like snow blowers, lawn mowers, trimmers or carpet cleaning equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid Driver’s License and meet car insurance requirements.
• Ability to stand, lift and bend for up to 8 hours (with breaks) in hot/cold and wet environments.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Grounds: Lawn care, snow removal, home office grounds upkeep, coordination of equipment and supplies between properties.
• Building Assistant: Turnover cleaning and cleaning unit turnover items; pest extermination as needed; light engine maintenance; assist with notices and seasonal projects.
• Misc Duties: General cleaning, vehicle/equipment upkeep, safety compliance, potential light maintenance, daily meetings with supervisor and portfolio managers.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Driver's license

Independent worker

Team player

Willing to learn

Tools

Lawn mowers

Snow blowers

Trimmers

Carpet cleaning equipment

Light maintenance tools

Job description

Hornig Companies has been recognized as a Top Workplace every year since 2016, thanks to the employees who make us exceptional.

Join Hornig Companies, a team of hard-working individuals who truly care about their residents and coworkers. For over 65 years, our family-owned and operated residential property management company has provided individuals and families with homes, not just apartments. Our staff are valued for their individual knowledge, experience, character and personality. We’re a place where our core values of trust, integrity and respect are not just words- our ownership and employees live these values every day.

Hornig Companies seeks a part-time Buildings and Grounds technician in the Chaska area.

What would my responsibilities include?

Grounds:

• Lawn care: mowing, trimming, mulching, weeding, clearing brush, watering, plant care, etc.
• Snow removal: shoveling, spreading snow melt and sand, ice control, etc.
• Home Office grounds upkeep: lawn maintenance, shrub grooming, salting, shoveling, etc.
• Pick up building grounds
• Coordinate the movement of lawn and snow removal equipment as well as supplies distribution between properties

Building Assistant:

• Turnover cleaning: completing and following through on all deficient items on the turnover checklist
• Cleaning apartment trash-outs: cleaning units where residents have left behind furniture, debris, etc. Includes the disposal, packaging and storage or removal of the items prior to turnover cleaning
• Mice extermination and other pest extermination as needed. To be supported by contracted pest control services
• Small engine ongoing maintenance: Perform light maintenance as needed and oversee the seasonal tune up/tune down of all machines including but not limited to oil changes, spark plug changes, etc.
• Act as backup to Home Office personnel in notice distribution
• Fall clean-up and other seasonal projects assistance as needed

Misc Duties:

• Responsible for some cleaning responsibilities; including but not limited to trash pickup, cleaning window glass, mopping, carpet spot cleaning or shampooing, cleaning counters and appliances
• Proper care and cleanliness of company-owned vehicles and equipment
• Promote safety and follow all safety rules. Ability to safely use all snow-removal, lawn and landscaping tools as well as follow safe work practices in all job duties
• This position may include light maintenance; for example: replacing light bulbs and blinds.
• Perform position responsibilities with cost effectiveness in mind at all times and be efficient in work practices
• Meet daily with supervisor/or assigned Portfolio Managers
• Attend company meetings as needed
• Special projects as assigned by supervisor, Portfolio Managers, VP of Property Management, COO or owners

What do other employees like about working at Hornig Companies?

• Culture of positivity
• Small company family values in our continually growing organization, that prioritizes technology, advancement, professionally maintained buildings and has over 65 years of stability in ownership and management
• No on-call responsibilities and consistent Mon-Fri daytime schedule
• Ownership and management respect for building and grounds knowledge
• Company paid lunches and on-going training
• Opportunity to work with a maintenance team sharing comradery and passion for their profession
• All employees are eligible for year-end discretionary bonuses
• Full benefits package with paid time off and 401(k) match

What should I bring to the team?

• Ability to obtain Certified Pool Operator license (CPO) within 2 months of employment
• Some knowledge of operating light machines like snow blowers, lawn mowers, trimmers or carpet cleaning equipment
• Ability and willingness to learn
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid Driver’s License and meet car insurance requirements
• Ability to stand, lift and bend for up to 8 hours (with breaks) in hot/cold and wet environments
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to operate applicable phone applications for work orders, time allocation and information look-up