Groundskeeper

Middleburg Communities; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Middleburg Communities is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform general maintenance, grounds, and housekeeping services to enhance curb appeal and ensure high-quality apartments. You will follow the Service Manager's direction and respond to customer requests with safe, quality work aligned with our mission and values.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, apartment refurbishments, daily property walks, and timely completion of tasks.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in apartment maintenance or related field
• Proficient in basic plumbing, touch-up painting, basic appliance repair, basic electrical, locks, and basic carpentry
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
• Basic computer skills in a Windows environment

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, and janitorial services. 75% housekeeping/grounds work.
• Utilize maintenance materials; inform manager of supply needs; keep storage area organized.
• Refurbish/renovate apartments to market-ready condition; 3–5 day downtime for market-ready prep; 10-day turnaround for upgrades.
• Walk the property daily for curb appeal, condition, safety, and inspections.
• Complete tasks on time and per safety policies; report safety concerns; participate in safety meetings.
• Potential training for regulatory and environmental certifications such as lead, asbestos renovations/repairs, HVAC, and CFC I/II.
• Knowledge of property-specific problems such as asbestos.
• Complete service requests same day or within 24 hours; maintain courteous, professional attitude toward customers and team members.
• Available for weekend work, on-call duties, and after-hours emergencies (24/7).
• Adhere to Mission's values and policies; maintain neat, clean uniform and professional conduct.

Skills

English communication

Mechanical aptitude

Windows basics

Basic plumbing

Touch-up painting

Appliance repair

Electrical basics

Locks

Carpentry basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ladder

Dolly

Back belt

Goggles

Gloves

Reciprocating saw

Hand saw

Circular saw

Table saw

Cordless drill

Drill press

Snow blower

Paintbrush

Vacuum

Shampoo machine

Blower

Cleaning supplies

Small hand tools

Job description

Brief Description

Middleburg seeks a Groundskeeper who will work under the direction of the Service Manager, the Groundskeeper is responsible for performing general maintenance, grounds, and housekeeping services to ensure excellent curb appeal and quality of apartment homes and responding to customer service requests. This position will require the ability to effectively communicate, perform quality work in a safe manner and deliver on our mission of providing exemplary service in accordance with our Mission and Values.

Brief Description

Middleburg seeks a Groundskeeper who will work under the direction of the Service Manager, the Groundskeeper is responsible for performing general maintenance, grounds, and housekeeping services to ensure excellent curb appeal and quality of apartment homes and responding to customer service requests. This position will require the ability to effectively communicate, perform quality work in a safe manner and deliver on our mission of providing exemplary service in accordance with our Mission and Values.

Position Overview

Maintenance Services

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, and janitorial services per the assigned schedule and according to policies and procedures. Housekeeping and grounds work not to exceed 75% of the time.
• Be responsible in the utilization of maintenance materials; inform manager of supply needs; keep storage area well organized and locked.
• Perform refurbishing and renovation of apartments per standards: ensure 75% of vacant apartments are in market-ready condition according to quality standards, 3 to 5-day downtime standard for the preparation of market-ready apartments, and 10-day turn for upgrade units and the "I would live here" test.
• Daily walk the property for curb appeal, condition, deferred maintenance, and safety issues to meet Inspection Report standards and the "I live here" test.
• Complete all tasks on time and per company safety policies. Notify the manager of any safety concerns. Participate in safety meetings.
• May require training to receive additional regulatory and environmental certifications such as lead, asbestos renovations/repairs, HVAC, and CFC I, II, and universal.
• Responsible for knowledge of property-specific problems such as asbestos.

Customer Service

• Complete service requests same day or within 24 hours.
• Ensure excellent customer service with same day or maximum 24-hour follow up, courteous and professional attitude toward all customers and team members.
• Available for weekend work, on-call duties, and after-hours emergency service requests, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
• Set an example and take accountability for all your actions on the property.
• Know and adhere to Mission's values and policies.
• Maintain neat, clean uniform and professional conduct always, set goals, and perform.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Desired Knowledge and Experience-

• 1 year of experience in apartment maintenance or related field.
• Proficient in basic plumbing, touch-up painting, basic appliance repair, basic electrical, locks, and basic carpentry.
• Some basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of building materials and tools.
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic computer skills in a Windows environment (able to operate a mobile device or PC).
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of ladder, dolly, back belt, goggles, gloves, electric snake, reciprocating saw, hand saw, circular saw, table saw, cordless drill, drill press, snow blower, paintbrush, vacuum, shampoo machine, blower, cleaning supplies, and small hand tools.
• Work Schedule & Location Monday-Friday 8 AM - 5 PM

Physical Requirements

• Bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing, and pulling actions are continuous and required.
• Occasionally requires lifting 75 pounds or less.
• Frequently requires lifting 25 pounds through the workday.
• Must be able to walk apartments and grounds including steps frequently.
• Able to climb ladders over 10 feet.
• Ability to read gauges and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

What we can offer you-

• Great benefits- We offer comprehensive health and wellness benefits tailored to meet your needs. Choose from three medical plan options, including a company-funded HSA plan with 100% premium coverage for employees. We also provide subsidized options for additional family members, as well as dental and vision plan choices. Other benefits include paid time off, paid volunteer time, and company-paid holidays, a 401(k) match, employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance, and educational reimbursement to support your growth.
• A job that challenges you- Middleburg strives for excellence in knowledge, service, and integrity. Excellence in knowledge means that Middleburg recruits and trains top-notch Team Members who are experts in their field and who continue to improve their industry knowledge. Team Members work together to provide excellent customer service that exceeds customers' expectations.
• Great Culture- We embrace a culture of responsible leadership at all levels of our organization that encourages initiative to advance our mission and vision. We honor the dignity of all people, embrace differences, value new ideas, demonstrate empathy, and strive to promote a caring and supportive environment for all. Our team is building a better world, one community at a time.

Who is Middleburg Communities?

At Middleburg Communities, we share a vision for greater value creation through community impact. Our success is rooted in a genuine desire to serve our local communities in thoughtful and holistic ways. By enhancing the lives of others, we contribute positively to neighborhoods and maximize real returns for our partners.

Middleburg is a fully integrated real estate investment, development, and construction firm focused on rental housing in high-growth markets across the southeastern United States. Since 2004, the company has acquired and developed over 22,000 apartment units, executing approximately $3 billion in transactions, and is one of the most active developers and builders of rental housing in the nation with approximately $1 billion in recurring annual development value.

https://middleburg.com/

Middleburg Communities is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds inclusive of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.