Grounds Technician

Edward Rose & Sons, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

On the job training and development

Discounted apartment home

Great work environment

Opportunities for advancement

Competitive compensation with bonus

Job summary

Edward Rose & Sons is seeking a Grounds Technician to join our on-site operations team in Grand Rapids, MI. You will help maintain the apartment community, including lawns, sidewalks, and common areas, while supporting residents with a positive experience.

Responsibilities include irrigation monitoring, landscaping upkeep, trash removal, and assisting with snow/ice. Prior irrigation experience is a plus; a valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Good communication with residents and colleagues.
• Able to operate basic software or apps as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain overall cleanliness and upkeep of the apartment community.
• Care for grounds, parking areas, corridors, and laundry/mechanical rooms.
• Collect and remove trash as needed; weed garden beds.
• Monitor irrigation; adjust sprinkler heads and lines as required.
• Report unhealthy plants or irrigation issues to management.
• Edge trees and landscape borders for neat appearance.
• Sweep or blow sidewalks and lots; assist with snow/ice as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Outdoor work

Communication with residents

Basic computer skills

Valid driver's license

Physical stamina

Tools

Irrigation systems

Job description

Green Ridge Apartments
Grand Rapids, MI 49544, 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 a Grounds 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 $16.63 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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