Groundskeeper

Yes! Communities; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Job summary

YES Communities in Hammond, IN is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain common areas, mow lawns, trim hedges, and enhance curb appeal across our community. You will perform basic landscape tasks, assist with maintenance, and respond to issues as directed by the community manager.

A valid in-state driver’s license is required; a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic software, plus OSHA training is a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid in-state driver’s license is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-specific software; familiarity with work tablets/computers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain community assets including grounds, buildings, equipment, pools, etc.
• Mow lawns and trim edges around walks and flower beds.
• Landscaping tasks including planting flowers and pruning trees as needed.
• Perform minor repairs on groundskeeping equipment.
• Follow OSHA standards and maintain PPE.
• Respond to emergencies as directed by management.
• Communicate effectively with team members, vendors and residents.
• Assist with maintenance tasks as directed by the community manager.
• Winter snow removal and de-icing when applicable.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

In-state driver’s license

OSHA certifications or trainings (a plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Industry-specific software

Work tablet / computer

Job description

3600 Sheffield Ave, Hammond, IN 46327, USA

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

The YES Difference

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 community

YES Communitiesis an Equal Opportunity Employer

3600 Sheffield Ave, Hammond, IN 46327, USA