Grounds & Irrigation Technician

Start with a job, stay for a career.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Great work environment

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted apartment home

Job summary

Edward Rose & Sons in Springfield, MO is seeking a Grounds Technician to join our on-site operations team. You will maintain the apartment community grounds, manage parking areas, and ensure clean, well-kept sidewalks and exterior spaces while providing a positive resident experience.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to lift 20 pounds, operate irrigation, and communicate professionally with residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds and push or pull up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to shovel snow and clear ice.
• Able to work outdoors in temperatures above 90 degrees or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• General upkeep and cleanliness of the apartment community.
• Upkeep on parking lots, grounds surrounding the buildings, corridors, stairwells, laundry rooms, and mechanical rooms.
• Collecting and removing trash as needed.
• Weeding of beds using appropriate tools.
• Monitoring the irrigation system to ensure all grass areas are adequately watered.
• Repairing or replacing sprinkler heads and lines as required.
• Reporting any unhealthy lawn, trees, shrubs, and plants to management.
• Edging around trees and landscape borders to maintain a neat appearance.
• Raking grounds and blowing or sweeping sidewalks, and parking lots, as required.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Outdoor work

Communication

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Tools

Irrigation systems

Job description

Edward Rose & Sons in Springfield, MO is seeking a Grounds Technician to join our on-site operations team. You will maintain the apartment community grounds, manage parking areas, and ensure clean, well-kept sidewalks and exterior spaces while providing a positive resident experience.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to lift 20 pounds, operate irrigation, and communicate professionally with residents.