Grounds Technician

Weidner Apartment Homes; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance

401(k) with company match (up to 4%)

Leasing commissions and bonuses

Vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Employee apartment discount

Maintenance uniforms

Education reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Weidner Apartment Homes is seeking a Grounds Technician to manage daily groundskeeping and maintain a welcoming community at Reflect at Dobson Ranch in Mesa, AZ. The role emphasizes time management, reliability, and friendly interaction with residents and vendors.

You will assist Maintenance and Housekeeping teams, supervise clean and safe common areas, and support ongoing property operations while using Weidner-approved apps and tools.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kg, climb ladders and stairs
• Able to operate a variety of maintenance tools and equipment
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks
• Willing to learn and use property management software

Responsibilities

• Perform daily grounds maintenance of the property, trash removal, and cleaning of common areas
• Maintain cleanliness of trash rooms and ensure chutes operate and are clear
• Clean pools and monitor chemical balances; log as required by city ordinances
• Inspect and repair irrigation systems as needed
• Assist with preparing vacant apartments and guiding vendors
• Escort vendors to units as needed
• Perform basic building repairs/painting and replace bulbs as needed
• Water plants and support distribution of resident notices
• Monitor supplies and keep equipment in good condition
• Maintain clean, organized maintenance shop and custodial areas

Skills

Time management

Detail oriented

Team player

Customer service

Lift up to 80 lbs

Move heavy objects

Operate tools safely

Microsoft Office

Yardi/HappyCo/Paycom familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Yardi

HappyCo

Paycom

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Reflect at Dobson Ranch - Mesa, AZ 85202, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Maintenance, Reflect at Dobson Ranch

Position Summary:

As a Grounds Technician, you will be responsible for the daily upkeep and appearance of your community in order to maintain a welcoming environment for residents and guests. A successful Grounds Technician is able to manage their time effectively, is detail oriented, a trustworthy team player, and takes pride in their work. In addition, this position needs to be accountable and attentive to provide excellent customer service skills when interacting with residents, associates and vendors.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform daily grounds maintenance of the property including picking up and disposing of all trash, pet defecation removal, maintain pet waste stations, sweeping walkways, and snow removal, where applicable
• Maintain all trash rooms/areas for cleanliness and functionality; ensure trash chutes are operable and working, unclogging as needed
• Clean pools as directed, monitor chemical balance, maintain logs as required by city ordinances, when applicable
• Conduct inspections and routine repairs of the irrigation system, when applicable
• As requested, assist Maintenance and Housekeeping teams preparing vacant apartment homes; trash out vacant units, etc
• Accompany vendors to vacant and/or occupied units, as needed
• Clean windows, breezeways, all amenities/common areas, model homes and offices, complete building repairs/paint and replace exterior/ interior light bulbs as needed
• Water plants manually, as needed
• Assist team with distributing resident correspondence and notices while maintaining privacy of confidential and sensitive information
• Monitor supplies and maintain equipment
• Ensure maintenance shop/custodial area is clean, organized, and professionally presentable at all times
• Must utilize Weidner issued cell phone and specified apps as part of your daily responsibilities

Benefits & Perks

At Weidner Apartment Homes, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and career growth. Eligible on-site employees enjoy:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for personal, financial, and legal matters; up to three sessions at no cost

Financial Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match of up to 4% of your eligible income
• Opportunities to earn leasing commissions and/or semi-annual performance-based bonuses (position dependent) tied to community performance

Time Away from Work

• Vacation accrual, with no usage waiting period upon accrual
• Sick time accrual, with accrued time usage eligibility after 60 days of employment
• Nine company-designated paid holidays annually

Housing Benefits

• Employee apartment discount available at Weidner communities, subject to availability and community guidelines

Workplace Support

• Company-provided maintenance uniforms

Career Development

• Continuing education reimbursement program after 1 year of employment, up to $2,500 per year for approved courses or certifications
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a nationally recognized property management company

Join Weidner Apartment Homes and become part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your success.

Qualifications:

• Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kilograms, climb ladders and climb multiple flights of stairs at a time
• Able to use appliance dolly, push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kilograms
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Able to be on feet constantly for entire work shift, if applicable
• Complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn & contribute on a daily basis
• Able to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and text
• Experienced in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Yardi, HappyCo, and Paycom experience preferred; Willing and able to learn new software programs
• Follow Weidner’s Mission, Vision and Values and comply with all Weidner policies and procedures as well as all Fair Housing, local, state/province, and federal laws
• Prompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code/uniform & maintain professional appearance at all times
• Work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independently
• Ability to work overtime as requested
• Willing and able to be assigned to other Weidner properties as needed
• Working knowledge of English; detail oriented, well organized
• Must agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testing
• Must have access to personal vehicle and/or reliable transportations, at all times
• Driver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance must be valid and unexpired at all times and match the country in which associate will work