Grounds & Exterior Spaces Specialist

University Partners; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

University Partners in Austin, TX is seeking a Porter to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of our community grounds and common areas. You will support maintenance operations through light tasks, trash management, and daily property inspections to create a welcoming environment for residents, guests, and staff.

Responsibilities include cleaning exterior spaces, removing debris, assisting with pressure washing, minor landscaping, and supporting vendors and contractors on-site while

Qualifications

• Less than high school education or equivalent experience preferred.
• Up to six months of groundskeeping, janitorial, or maintenance-related experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required based on property operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, guests, employees, and vendors.
• Clean and monitor trash and recycling areas to prevent overflow.
• Maintain cleanliness of exterior common areas, breezeways, walkways, and amenity spaces.
• Remove debris, litter, and pet waste daily.
• Assist with pressure washing of buildings, sidewalks, and common areas.
• Perform minor landscaping tasks not covered by vendors.
• Assist with minor work orders such as drain clearing, door batteries, and garbage disposal resets.
• Assist with unit punch walks during move-in and move-out periods.
• Deliver notices, packages, or correspondence to residents when requested.
• Assist vendors and contractors on-site.
• Report safety hazards and maintenance concerns immediately.
• Maintain inventory awareness and notify supervisor when supplies are low.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Time management

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in groundskeeping or maintenance preferred

Job description

University Partners in Austin, TX is seeking a Porter to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of our community grounds and common areas. You will support maintenance operations through light tasks, trash management, and daily property inspections to create a welcoming environment for residents, guests, and staff.

Responsibilities include cleaning exterior spaces, removing debris, assisting with pressure washing, minor landscaping, and supporting vendors and contractors on-site while