Groundskeeper

Yes! Communities; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

YES Communities in East Lansing, MI is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain community grounds and facilities, enhance curb appeal, and support residents. You will perform mowing, edging, trimming, and basic landscaping to keep the grounds attractive and safe for residents.

Responsibilities include upkeep of assets, equipment maintenance, OSHA PPE compliance, and assisting with general maintenance tasks as directed by the community manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid in-state driver’s license required.
• Experience with groundskeeping tasks and basic equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain community assets including grounds, buildings, and equipment.
• Mow lawns and trim edges around walks and flower beds.
• Landscape tasks such as planting flowers and pruning trees as needed.
• Perform minor repairs on groundskeeping equipment.
• Follow OSHA standards and maintain PPE equipment.
• Respond to maintenance needs as directed by management.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Safety awareness

Team communication

Mowing/landscaping

Manual labor

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license

Tools

MS Office

Work tablet

Job description

16400 Upton Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Founded in 2008, YES Communities has established itself as a leader in the manufactured housing space. YES is the largest privately held manufactured housing REIT in the country. Our commitment to improving communities and enhancing the lives of our residents is evident in our long-standing industry presence and the experience of our leadership team. This dedication and expertise have earned YES recognition and respect in the field, underscoring our significant role in shaping the manufactured housing landscape.

Grounds Keeper Position Overview:

In this role, you'll be essential in keeping our community grounds and facilities well-maintained and visually appealing . Responsibilities include cleaning up trash and debris, raking leaves, sweeping walkways, mowing lawns, and trimming trees and hedges. In addition, your main focus will be adding curb appeal to the community.

Grounds Keeper Essential Functions:

• Maintain community assets including grounds, buildings, equipment, pools, etc.
• Mow lawns and trim edges around walks, flower beds, etc.
• Landscaping, including but not limited to, mowing, trimming, planting flowers, maintaining tree limbs and prune the grounds as needed
• Perform minor repairs on equipment utilized in groundskeeping
• Follow all OSHA standards and maintain PPE equipment
• Respond to emergency calls as directed by management if applicable.
• Communicateeffectivelywithteammembers, vendors,andresidents.
• Assist with maintenance tasks, including but not limited to delivering notices and conducting meter reads as directed by the community manager
• Maintain safe winter road conditions through snow removal and de-icing when applicable
• Additional duties as assigned by management and subject to change

Grounds Keeper Physical Requirements:

• Abilitytostandandwalkforuptoeight(8)hoursperday
• Capacity to reach with arms and hands overhead and in front ofyourbody safely.
• Frequentlyrequiredtobeflexiblebyclimbing,balancing,oroccasionallycrawlinginconfinedspaces
• Ability to see clearly at both far and close distances as well as the capacity to adjust focus effectively.
• Requiredtoregularly push,pull,lift,orcarry50lbs.Occasionallyupto85lbs.
• Proper handling of potentially hazardouschemicals
• Mustbeabletoclimbladders,occasionallyuptoan8-footladdersafely

Grounds Keeper Education and Experience:

• A valid in-state driver’s license is required
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Proficiency inMicrosoftOffice and industry specificsoftwareproducts including the use of electronic devices, such as a work tablet or computer
• OSHA certifications or completed trainings are aplus

Competitive salary | Comprehensive health benefits | Life, long and short-term disability insurance | 401(k) with company match

YES I can help *YES We are a team * YES We add value * YES We build communityYES Communitiesis an Equal Opportunity Employer

16400 Upton Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA