Groundskeeper

Sun Chemical; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription coverage

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Sun matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sun Communities is seeking a reliable Groundskeeper to maintain outdoor spaces across our communities. The role involves mowing lawns, weed control, planting flowers, irrigation checks, and basic snow removal where applicable.

Responsibilities include keeping the property presentable, operating maintenance equipment, handling trash removal, and assisting with pool care as needed. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are required, with prior groundskeeping experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 months groundskeeping experience preferred; 6 months in general grounds maintenance required.
• Must have valid driver's license and ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain community appearance per curb appeal standards.
• Maintain and operate community vehicles and equipment.
• Collect trash and debris daily; empty containers.
• Inspect and repair irrigation systems.
• Perform lawn care including mowing, weed control, planting, mulching.
• Support pool maintenance if applicable.
• Follow safety procedures and report maintenance issues to the manager.
• Handle other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Outdoor work endurance

Teamwork

Independent work

Hand tools operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power equipment

Job description

$19-$20 per hour

Overview

Groundskeepers are responsible for a range of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and (where applicable) snow removal duties. They routinely mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, and remove debris to ensure community grounds are clean, well maintained, and visually presentable. They also support a positive resident experience by delivering courteous, responsive customer service.

Job Duties

• Ensures community is presentable at all times and adheres to Sun’s curb appeal standards (Essential)
• Maintains community vehicle and equipment (Essential)
• Picks up trash/debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empties common area trash containers as needed (Essential)
• Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repairs as needed (Essential)
• Regularly treats weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/wood chips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions. Performs other lawn care services as needed (Essential)
• If applicable, maintains community pool(s) by testing chemical levels and adjusting appropriately
• Follows safety procedures while performing duties
• Reports all community maintenance issues and concerns identified while performing daily duties, to the manager
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 6 months in previous groundskeeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry (Preferred)
• 6 months in demonstrated knowledge and experience in general grounds maintenance techniques (Required)
• Ability to endure fluctuations in temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work
• Ability to respond to business needs after normal business hours.
• Ability to work an on-call schedule
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to work well independently as well as on a team
• Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery

Rewarding Benefits

At Sun Communities, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, advancement opportunities, paid time off, great benefits, and flexibility.

• Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with multiple plan designs so you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family
• Comprehensive Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Legal Assistance Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education
• Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting SunRV Resorts across the nation
• Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
• Paid Time Off including ten holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty