Campus Groundskeeper & Maintenance Tech

Vistas San Marcos; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Employer Matching

Medical & Dependent Care FSA

Life Insurance

Sick Leave

Paid Time Off

Paid Pregnancy & Childbirth Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with ERM

Job summary

American Campus Communities is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain both the interior and exterior of a student housing property. You’ll help with cleaning, grounds, and make-ready tasks to ensure top curb appeal and readiness for residents.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and willingness to learn general maintenance skills. Training is provided, and opportunities exist to grow with nearby properties.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow multi-step instructions and work safely.
• Experience with facilities maintenance is helpful but not required; training provided.
• Knowledge of cleaning, housekeeping, and basic maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean the interior and exterior of the property to standard.
• Property groundskeeping, including trash collection.
• Vacuuming, mopping and/or shampooing floors in resident rooms and common areas; stocking bathrooms
• Assist the service team with work orders, moving furniture, and unloading and storing supplies.
• Support the service team with apartment make-ready duties, including trash outs, cleaning, and painting.
• Assist in property turnover process.
• Support the service team with pool maintenance (if applicable) and pressure washing.
• Safely operate all facility equipment, adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
• Assist in maintaining clean and orderly shops, storage areas, and back-of house environments, ensuring all tools and supplies are organized.
• Other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

General labor

Facilities maintenance

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

American Campus Communities is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain both the interior and exterior of a student housing property. You’ll help with cleaning, grounds, and make-ready tasks to ensure top curb appeal and readiness for residents.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and willingness to learn general maintenance skills. Training is provided, and opportunities exist to grow with nearby properties.