Grounds Keeper

YES Communities, LLC.; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

YES Communities, a leader in manufactured housing, is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain community grounds and facilities in Hammond, IN. Responsibilities include landscaping, minor repairs, and ensuring safety of the grounds. Ideal candidates should have a valid driver's license and a preference for a high school diploma, demonstrating the ability to perform physically demanding tasks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Valid in-state driver’s license is required.
• OSHA certifications or completed trainings are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain community grounds, including mowing, trimming, and landscaping.
• Perform minor repairs on equipment and assist with maintenance tasks.
• Respond to emergency calls and maintain safe winter road conditions.

Skills

Communication

Landscaping

Equipment repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Work tablet/computer

Job description

3600 Sheffield Ave, Hammond, IN 46327, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 4:00 AM

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Reports To: Community Manager

About YES:

Founded in 2008, YES Communities has established itself as a leader in the manufactured housing space. YES is the largest privately held manufactured housing REIT in the country. Our commitment to improving communities and enhancing the lives of our residents is evident in our long-standing industry presence and the experience of our leadership team. This dedication and expertise have earned YES recognition and respect in the field, underscoring our significant role in shaping the manufactured housing landscape.

Grounds Keeper Position Overview:

In this role, you'll be essential in keeping our community grounds and facilities well-maintained and visually appealing . Responsibilities include cleaning up trash and debris, raking leaves, sweeping walkways, mowing lawns, and trimming trees and hedges. In addition, your main focus will be adding curb appeal to the community.

Grounds Keeper Essential Functions:

• Maintain community assets including grounds, buildings, equipment, pools, etc.
• Mow lawns and trim edges around walks, flower beds, etc.
• Landscaping, including but not limited to, mowing, trimming, planting flowers, maintaining tree limbs and prune the grounds as needed
• Perform minor repairs on equipment utilized in groundskeeping
• Follow all OSHA standards and maintain PPE equipment
• Respond to emergency calls as directed by management if applicable.
• Communicateeffectivelywithteammembers, vendors,andresidents.
• Assist with maintenance tasks, including but not limited to delivering notices and conducting meter reads as directed by the community manager
• Maintain safe winter road conditions through snow removal and de-icing when applicable
• Additional duties as assigned by management and subject to change

Grounds Keeper Physical Requirements:

• Abilitytostandandwalkforuptoeight(8)hoursperday
• Capacity to reach with arms and hands overhead and in front ofyourbody safely.
• Frequentlyrequiredtobeflexiblebyclimbing,balancing,oroccasionallycrawlinginconfinedspaces
• Ability to see clearly at both far and close distances as well as the capacity to adjust focus effectively.
• Requiredtoregularly push,pull,lift,orcarry50lbs.Occasionallyupto85lbs.
• Proper handling of potentially hazardouschemicals
• Mustbeabletoclimbladders,occasionallyuptoan8-footladdersafely

Grounds Keeper Education and Experience:

• A valid in-state driver’s license is required
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Proficiency inMicrosoftOffice and industry specificsoftwareproducts including the use of electronic devices, such as a work tablet or computer
• OSHA certifications or completed trainings are aplus

The YES Difference

Competitive salary | Comprehensive health benefits | Life, long and short-term disability insurance | 401(k) with company match

YES I can help *YES We are a team * YES We add value * YES We build community

YES Communitiesis an Equal Opportunity Employer

3600 Sheffield Ave, Hammond, IN 46327, USA