Grounds Technician

Edward Rose & Sons, LLC; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Competitive pay with bonus

Great work environment

Career advancement

Discounted housing

Job summary

Edward Rose & Sons is seeking a Grounds Technician for the South Bridge Apartments in Fort Wayne, IN. You will support on-site operations and help provide a positive resident experience.

Responsibilities include upkeep of the community, landscaping, irrigation, trash removal, and reporting issues to management. The role requires outdoor work, physical mobility, and reliable transportation; driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Shoveling snow and spreading salt during winter.
• Work outdoors in extreme temperatures (hot/cold).
• Lift at least 20 lbs; push/pull up to 80 lbs.
• Irrigation experience is a plus.
• Professional appearance per dress code.
• Clear, courteous communication with residents and staff.
• Basic computer skills; able to learn software/apps.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of the apartment community.
• Care for parking lots, grounds, corridors, stairs, and common areas.
• Collect and remove trash as needed.
• Weeding of garden beds.
• Monitor irrigation and water grassed areas.
• Repair or replace sprinkler heads and lines.
• Report unhealthy landscaping to management.
• Edging around trees and landscape borders.
• Raking grounds and sweeping sidewalks and lots.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Outdoor work

Communication

Physical ability

Driver's license

Job description

South Bridge Apartments
Fort Wayne, IN 46816, USA

Description

Start with a job, stay for a career.

For over 100 years, Edward Rose & Sons has been committed to career development for our team members. We offer you the opportunity to grow in an environment where you will feel valued, have room for advancement, and be rewarded for your good work.

We are currently looking for aGrounds Technicianto join our on-site operations team to help support a positive experience for our residents.

What are the responsibilities of a Grounds Technician?

• Responsible for the general upkeep and cleanliness of the apartment community
• Upkeep on parking lots, grounds surrounding the buildings, corridors, stairwells, laundry rooms, and mechanical rooms, if applicable
• 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

What are the role requirements?

• Ability to shovel snow and/or clear ice from walks, driveways, or parking lots and spread salt in those areas during snow season.
• Ability to work outdoors in temperatures above 90 degrees or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds and push or pull up to 80 pounds
• Experience in irrigation is a plus
• Maintain a professional appearance following team dress code policy
• Able to effectively and professionally communicate with residents and co-workers
• Basic computer skills and comfort learning software, apps, and programs
• Have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license

What's in it for you?

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with company match
• On the job training and development
• Generous paid time off programs
• Competitive compensation plan with bonus opportunities
• Great work environment
• Opportunities for advancement
• Discounted apartment home
• Compensation: Starting at $15.63 per hour or higher, based on experience

Grow a Career with Edward Rose & Sons!

Edward Rose & Sons is committed to career development for our team. We offer training and development through on the job, technical, sales, and leadership tracks and provide solid growth potential in all areas of our business.

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Our Mission, Vision, and Values:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we affirmatively seek diversity in our workplace. We recruit qualified candidates and advance our employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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