Groundskeeper

RPM Living; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Discounted perks (e.g., Costco membership)

Job summary

A property management company in New Orleans is looking for a Groundskeeper responsible for maintaining grounds, amenities, and building exteriors. The role includes tasks like cleaning, landscaping, and preventive maintenance. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and some related experience. The company offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare coverage and 401(k) with matching. Employment is contingent on a background check.

Qualifications

• Preferred high school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 months of related experience preferred.
• Ability to operate maintenance tools.

Responsibilities

• Complete grounds work as directed.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways and amenities.
• Execute basic landscaping tasks.
• Assist in preparing make-ready units.
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate effectively.
• Report supply needs to Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization.
• Collaborate effectively with maintenance team members, other departments, and external contractors to ensure seamless property maintenance, fostering teamwork and cooperation.
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing resident well‑being.
• Keep property in top‑notch condition, including performing interior and exterior painting as needed.

Skills

Basic Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to use mobile devices and applications

Maintenance tools operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-3 months related experience and/or training

Basic Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Groundskeeper

Overview

At RPM, we’re in the business of extraordinary. We believe people-first is the way to success, which is why we provide top industry pay, comprehensive benefits, and a path of upward mobility via career training and education. Join us and start your extraordinary journey today.

Position Summary

The Groundskeeper is responsible for the upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors, leasing office, parking lots of multifamily buildings.

Responsibilities

• Complete grounds work as directed by Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager, including picking up trash, cleaning dumpster areas, trash rooms, trash chutes, blowing the parking area and sidewalks, removing debris, power washing, etc.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails.
• Execute basic landscaping including trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs.
• Assist in the preparation of make‑ready units, including removing trash from vacant apartments (trash outs) prior to make‑ready.
• Conduct proactive preventive maintenance activities to avoid potential issues and uphold the quality of the property.
• Document all maintenance activities and communicate clearly with residents, team members, and supervisors, providing status updates and explanations of ongoing work.
• Report supply needs to Maintenance Manager and/or Community Manager and maintain shop organization.
• Collaborate effectively with maintenance team members, other departments, and external contractors to ensure seamless property maintenance, fostering teamwork and cooperation.
• Assess property safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing resident well‑being.
• Keep property in top‑notch condition, including performing interior and exterior painting as needed.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED – Preferred.
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders and access various areas of the property.
• May be required to push or pull items and reach overhead.
• May be required to bend, stoop or kneel.
• May require dexterity of hands and fingers and ability to grasp tools.
• Must be able to see to identify plants, weeds and pests and read computer screens.
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer.
• Must be able to hear to detect sounds indicating potential issues, such as machinery noises or alarms.
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items may require assistance.
• Must be able to operate various maintenance tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers and irrigation systems.
• Must be able to use mobile devices and applications for work‑related tasks.

Work Environment

• This role is based on site and requires that the employee spend time outside with exposure to the elements.
• May require working in confined spaces, heights and potentially hazardous areas.

Company Information

• Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all full‑time, regular associates.
• Employer‑paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
• Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with robust company match.
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role‑based learning plans.
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERG).
• Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days.
• Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts).

Employment with RPM Living is contingent upon successful completion of a background check as local and federal law requires.

RPM Living participates in E‑Verify. For more information, see the E‑Verify Participation Poster and the Right‑to‑Work Poster.

RPM Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you need assistance to fully participate in our application or interview process, please reach out through our website and select "Careers" in the "Choose a Topic" dropdown menu.

Compensation

The anticipated pay range for this opportunity is $XX-$XX per hour plus monthly bonuses and a competitive benefits package.