Groundskeeper

Perennial Properties; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee housing discounts (20%-50%)

Incentco rewards program

Full benefits package (health, dental,

Job summary

Perennial Properties seeks a Groundskeeper to maintain the grounds and common areas across its Atlanta Class A communities. You will perform daily maintenance tasks and assist with minor repairs to ensure safety and cleanliness on site.

The role requires good communication, reliability, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Weekend availability may be needed seasonally, and you will interact professionally with residents, tenants, and team members on-site.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to read and write English and perform basic math.
• Minor maintenance or similar experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds and common areas: remove trash, sweep, pressure wash, and repair lighting or fixtures.
• Perform daily maintenance of fitness and laundry areas, including cleaning floors and equipment.
• Handle minor repairs such as changing bulbs, painting, plumbing touchups, and general maintenance duties.
• Maintain pool deck and learn chemical routines for safety and cleanliness.
• Follow OSHA guidelines and use required protective equipment.
• Perform other projects and duties as requested by supervisors.
• Notify managers when supplies are needed and document completed work orders.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Accountability

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Mission Statement

“The Perennial Properties mission is to offer exceptional housing and retail experiences with extraordinary service for our residents, commercial tenants and their customers.”

Why Perennial?

• Work at Class A communities across Atlanta
• Direct exposure to ownership & executive leadership
• Employee housing discounts (20%-50%)
• Incentco rewards program (redeem points for Delta flights, Amazon, Best Buy, Princess Cruises & more)
• Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO)
• Fun, high-energy culture- quarterly events, team outings & company happy hours
• Real growth opportunities- build a long-term career, not just a job

Location

On site

Reports To

Service Manager and Community Manager

Hours

Monday thru Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Hours of operation are subject to change based on the Property’s needs and activities. This position requires the ability and willingness to work weekends seasonally and on certain occasions. This schedule may be adjusted if job requires.

Competencies and Education

Must be competent in the areas of communication, customer service, accountability, teamwork and organization. A Groundskeeper should present a professional image at all times. A minimum of a high school education is required. This position requires the ability to read and write English and the ability to perform basic mathematical functions.

Other Qualifications Required

Minor maintenance or similar experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to climb a ladder up to 40 feet.
• Ability to use some hand tools.
• Ability to kneel, stand, stoop for extended periods of time.
• Ability to withstand all weather conditions including temperatures in excess of 90 degrees.

Some examples of work where these physical requirements would apply are moving appliances from one apartment to another with a hand truck (only with the aid of another maintenance/grounds person), hanging lighting fixtures, moving furniture, climbing a ladder to change an exterior building light, and loading and unloading building materials.

Maintenance and Technical Tasks

• Maintenance of the grounds and common areas including removing trash, sweeping, pressure washing, blowing and repairing broken lights or other building fixtures.
• Daily maintenance of the fitness room and laundry room including cleaning floors, mirrors, and machines.
• Perform various maintenance work requests including, but not limited to changing light bulbs, cleaning light fixtures, running pressure washer, minor plumbing repairs, painting, and light general maintenance duties.
• Daily upkeep of the swimming pool deck; learn chemical treatments and routines for eventual certification.
• All work is to be performed in strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and with the proper protective equipment.
• Other projects and duties as requested.

Administrative Tasks

• Notify the Service Manager when supplies are needed.
• Complete documentation on all completed work orders regarding specific repairs done and date and time of completion using the mobile application.
• Review the SDS Logs prior to use of any new chemical.
• Participate in ongoing internal and external training related to areas of the position.

General Responsibilities

• It is the team member’s responsibility to continue to develop and refine their skills to improve performance in their position and to be eligible for promotion.
• Maintain a professional image and follow the Company’s dress code. Represent the Company in a professional manner while on-site and off-site during business related functions.
• Accept tasks that may benefit the property and assist the team in meeting and exceeding goals.

Corporate Integrity

All team members in all positions are expected to act professionally at all times, including but not limited to treating others with respect, valuing diversity, supporting team/community goals, and following company policies and procedures. All team members must be able to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified, disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.