Grounds Keeper

Trinity Residential; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Residential in Pflugerville, Texas, is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain the exterior and common areas of the community. Responsibilities include daily upkeep of landscaping, trash removal, and minor maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in landscaping or groundskeeping. This full-time hourly role offers opportunities to ensure the cleanliness, safety, and appeal of the grounds, contributing to a positive living environment for residents.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or general maintenance strongly preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand/walk for extended periods, and perform physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for meticulous upkeep of grounds and amenities.
• Removes trash from office areas and apartment community perimeter.
• Assists in troubleshooting and repair of mechanical problems.
• Delivers communication documentation to residents.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Initiative

Safety Awareness

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

Maintenance Department | Full-Time | Hourly | Reports to: Service Manager | Location: Pflugerville, Texas

Job Summary

The Grounds Keeper is responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness, appearance, and safety of the community's exterior and common areas. This role involves daily upkeep of grounds, landscaping, trash removal, and minor maintenance support to ensure a welcoming environment for residents and guests. The ideal candidate takes pride in curb appeal, works efficiently, and upholds Trinity Residential’s high standards of community presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for meticulous upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exterior and leasing office, parking lots, and other community buildings.
• Removes trash from office areas and apartment community perimeter on a daily basis.
• Prepares community trash for city pick-up.
• Coordinates and assists in the preparation of market-ready units, including removing trash from vacant apartments ("trash outs") prior to make-ready.
• Performs assigned maintenance tasks in a timely manner.
• Assists in the cleaning of available apartments and/or models.
• Assists in the troubleshooting/repair of mechanical, carpentry, and electrical problems.
• Reports any maintenance concerns for repairs on available apartments, models, clubhouse, and/or common areas to the Service Manager.
• Meticulously maintains curb appeal.
• Always represents the community in a professional manner—on and off property.
• Delivers communication documentation to residents.
• Ensures that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• Manages and ensures compliance with all company, local, state, and federal safety rules.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or general maintenance strongly preferred.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures community grounds are consistently clean, safe, and visually appealing.
• Dependability – Demonstrates reliability through consistent attendance and timely task completion.
• Initiative – Takes proactive steps to identify and resolve potential issues without direct supervision.
• Safety Awareness – Understands and follows all safety procedures to maintain a hazard‑free environment.
• Team Collaboration – Works effectively with maintenance and office staff to support overall community operations.
• Communication Skills – Clearly reports maintenance concerns and interacts professionally with residents and staff.
• Time Management – Efficiently prioritizes and completes daily tasks and special projects.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand/walk for extended periods, and perform physical labor.

Work Environment

Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. This position requires daily outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions and involves regular exposure to landscaping equipment, debris, and environmental hazards. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be used at all times.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Trinity Residential is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in providing equal employment opportunities to all, ensuring a positive and fair work environment that supports every individual’s growth and contribution.