Grounds Technician

Thrivecos; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Apartment discounts

Free gym membership

Job summary

ThriveCommunity Management in Columbus, OH is hiring a Grounds Technician to maintain outdoor spaces at our apartment communities, including grills, pools, parks, and dog stations. The role reports to the Facilities Manager and is a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay.

You will perform daily outdoor inspections, remove trash and debris, and assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal and pool preparation, ensuring a welcoming environment for residents and guests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Groundskeeping or outdoor maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with Entrata and MS Office a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of outdoor areas and maintain grounds.
• Remove trash, debris, and pet waste; keep amenities clean.
• Assist with seasonal tasks such as snow removal and pool prep.
• Coordinate with Facilities Manager on safety and standards.
• Ensure grills, outdoor furniture, and dog stations are clean and functional.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Outdoor maintenance

Microsoft Office

Entrata

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Entrata

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Columbus, OH 43215Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $19.00 - $20.00GROUNDS TECHNICIAN

Pay: $19/hr - $20/hr

Job Description

ThriveCommunity Managementis built upon a shared passion - a devotion tocreatemeaningful relationships. The kind thatmakeus better people, that fill our lives with authenticity. We are inspired by our work, by our ability to create for those looking for community - for a place to call home, for neighbors to build real and lasting friendships with, for a place to create memories for a lifetime.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Grounds Technician at Thrive, you will play a pivotal role inmaintainingthe cleanliness, safety, and aesthetic appeal of our apartment communities. You willbe responsible forthe upkeep of outdoor amenities including grills, pools, parks, dog stations, andcommon areas. Your duties will include dailygroundsinspections, trash and debris removal, minor landscaping tasks, and ensuring all outdoor spaces are welcoming and well-maintained for residents and guests.

REPORTS TO:Facilities Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Performance Expectations:

• Perform daily inspections of all outdoor areas including parks, dog stations, grills, pools, and common spaces.
• Remove trash, debris, and pet waste from grounds andmaintaincleanliness of all outdoor amenities.
• Monitor and report any safety hazards or maintenance needs to the Facilities Manager.
• Assistwith seasonal tasks such as snow removal, leaf cleanup, and pool preparation.

Essential Job Duties and Core Responsibilities:

• Communicate withFacilitiesteam to ensuregroundsstandards are upheld.
• Create andmaintaina checklist for daily, weekly, and seasonalgroundstasks.
• Assistwith minor landscaping duties such as weeding, mulching, and watering.
• Ensure grills and outdoor furniture are clean and in working condition.
• Maintain dog stations with regular waste bag replacement and sanitation.
• Support pool area cleanliness and report any issues with pool equipment or water quality.
• Work requiresa strong senseof responsibility,ownershipand accountability.
• Work requires strong knowledge to adhere to applicable federal, state and city regulations involving Fair Housing, health and safety policies and procedures and other aspects of residential, multi-family community management.
• Work requires the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Work requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, strong organizational, multi-tasking,planningand time management skills.

SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Previousgroundskeeping or outdoor maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with community management software systems such as Entrata and Microsoft Office® is a plus.

BENEFITS

• Full time, on-site work, bi-weekly pay schedule.
• Paid based upon experience $19to $20per hour
• Benefits include health, dental and visioninsurances, 401K with match, generous PTO, apartment discounts, and free gym membership.