Groundskeeper

DTN; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

DTN, a Michigan-based property management and development company, seeks a part-time Groundskeeper to maintain outdoor spaces at our multifamily properties. You will plant, water, prune, and care for lawns and landscapes to deliver clean, welcoming grounds for residents.

Responsibilities include trimming and planting, leaf cleanup, lighting maintenance, posting notices, and assisting with maintenance and pool staff. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 20–25 hours weekly; reliable transportation required.

Qualifications

• Experience with groundskeeping or property maintenance preferred.
• Reliable transportation to work daily.
• Ability to use basic computer software is expected.

Responsibilities

• Plant grass, flowers, shrubs and water as needed.
• Rake leaves, bag and remove yard waste.
• Clean grounds and assist with trash removal.
• Maintain outdoor lighting and report malfunctions.
• Repair fences, gates, curbs and related outdoor structures.
• Post notices to residents as needed.
• Support maintenance and pool staff as required.
• Shovel snow and spread salt on walkways when required.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Detail-oriented

Customer-focused

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Industry software

Job description

Company Overview

For more than 50 years, DTN has been one of Michigan's leading property management, construction, development, and ownership companies of multifamily properties. DTN seeks to create and deliver unique experiences for those choosing a DTN home or apartment.

As a Groundskeeper, your primary responsibilities include:

• Plant grass, flowers, shrubs (as needed), water lawn and shrubs, prune shrubs and trees
• Rake, blow and bag leaves
• Clean grounds, remove litter, and assist with trash removal
• Clean out drainage ditches and culverts
• Monitor and maintain all outside property lighting, safety, sub and covered parking fixtures, replace light bulbs and remove broken glass, etc.
• Notify supervisor and/or management of possible malfunctions
• Clean snow and debris from sidewalks and driveways; spread salt on public passage ways, maintain salt supply
• Repair and maintain fences, gates, outbuildings, curbs, etc.
• As community conditions require, post on doors and/or distribute flyers to residents
• Provide support to maintenance and pool staff as needed

Core Candidate Qualities:

• Can do attitude and collaborative mindset - We all succeed by working as a team
• An eye for detail - Our properties and team members are representing the DTN brand
• Desire to provide great customer outcomes
• Proficient with computers and various software platforms including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience using industry software is preferred
• Reliable transportation to get to work daily and conduct daily job responsibilities

Expected schedule: Monday - Friday (20-25 hours per week)

For more information, please visit www.dtnmgt.com