Grounds Technician

Paycom - ATS; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 4%

Leasing commissions/bonuses

Vacation accrual

Sick time accrual

Nine paid holidays

Employee apartment discount

Continuing education reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Weidner Apartment Homes is seeking a Grounds Technician to maintain the property's grounds and amenities. You will manage daily upkeep, including trash removal, landscaping, pool maintenance, and routine repairs, while providing excellent customer service to residents and vendors.

The role requires physical stamina, ability to work outdoors in all weather, and reliable transportation. You may support other teams, and must pass a background check and drug testing as part of our compliance process.

Qualifications

• Able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds/36.3 kg, climb ladders and stairs.
• Able to use appliance dolly, push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kg.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must have access to personal vehicle and reliable transportation; valid license.
• Criminal background check and voluntary drug testing agreement.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily grounds maintenance, trash pickup and disposal; maintain pet waste stations.
• Clean pools, monitor chemical balance, and maintain logs per city ordinances.
• Inspect and repair irrigation systems as needed.
• Assist with vacancy prep: trash-out, cleaning, and repairs.
• Escort vendors to units; assist with common areas and model homes.
• Water plants and maintain common-area landscaping; distribute resident notices as needed.

Skills

Lifting up to 80 lbs

Outdoor work

Microsoft Office

Yardi/HappyCo/Paycom

Tools

Yardi

HappyCo

Paycom

Job description

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 applicableMaintain all trash rooms/areas for cleanliness and functionality; ensure trash chutes are operable and working, unclogging as neededClean pools as directed, monitor chemical balance, maintain logs as required by city ordinances, when applicableConduct inspections and routine repairs of the irrigation system, when applicableAs requested, assist Maintenance and Housekeeping teams preparing vacant apartment homes; trash out vacant units, etcAccompany vendors to vacant and/or occupied units, as neededClean windows, breezeways, all amenities/common areas, model homes and offices, complete building repairs/paint and replace exterior/ interior light bulbs as neededWater plants manually, as neededAssist team with distributing resident correspondence and notices while maintaining privacy of confidential and sensitive informationMonitor supplies and maintain equipmentEnsure maintenance shop/custodial area is clean, organized, and professionally presentable at all timesMust utilize Weidner issued cell phone and specified apps as part of your daily responsibilitiesBenefits & PerksAt 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 & WellnessMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceEmployer-paid Basic Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for personal, financial, and legal matters; up to three sessions at no costFinancial Benefits401(k) Retirement Plan with company match of up to 4% of your eligible incomeOpportunities to earn leasing commissions and/or semi-annual performance-based bonuses (position dependent) tied to community performanceTime Away from WorkVacation accrual, with no usage waiting period upon accrualSick time accrual, with accrued time usage eligibility after 60 days of employmentNine company-designated paid holidays annuallyHousing BenefitsEmployee apartment discount available at Weidner communities, subject to availability and community guidelinesWorkplace SupportCompany-provided maintenance uniformsCareer DevelopmentContinuing education reimbursement program after 1 year of employment, up to $2,500 per year for approved courses or certificationsOpportunities for professional growth and advancement within a nationally recognized property management companyJoin 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 timeAble to use appliance dolly, push/pull up to 200 pounds/90.7 kilogramsAble to work outdoors in all weather conditionsAble to be on feet constantly for entire work shift, if applicableComplete tasks in a safe and efficient mannerAbility to work in a fast-paced environment with strong motivation to learn & contribute on a daily basisAble to give professional directions clearly in person, over the phone, email, and textExperienced in Microsoft products preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)Yardi, HappyCo, and Paycom experience preferred; Willing and able to learn new software programsFollow 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 lawsPrompt, regular attendance; wear company dress code/uniform & maintain professional appearance at all timesWork effectively and cooperatively in a team environment and/or independentlyAbility to work overtime as requestedWilling and able to be assigned to other Weidner properties as neededWorking knowledge of English; detail oriented, well organizedMust agree to a criminal background check and sign an agreement for voluntary drug testingMust have access to personal vehicle and/or reliable transportations, at all timesDriver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance must be valid and unexpired at all times and match the country in which associate will work