Groundskeeper

TalentAlly; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform landscaping maintenance and snow removal in the Newport area. This role involves ensuring the property is well-maintained and presenting a welcoming environment for residents. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, prior groundskeeping experience, and strong customer service skills. Join a supportive team with excellent benefits and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement program

401(k) Plan with company match

Legal Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• 6 months previous grounds keeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry.
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the community is presentable at all times and adheres to curb appeal standards.
• Regularly treat weeds for weed control and perform other lawn care services.
• Safely operate vehicles for the purpose of performing job duties.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Commercial machinery

Job description

Join to apply for the Groundskeeper role at TalentAlly

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Groundskeeper role at TalentAlly

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Overview

Groundskeepers perform a variety of landscaping maintenance and snow removal duties, (where applicable). They regularly mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, remove debris from property grounds, and overall ensure our communities are well-maintained and look presentable. Groundskeepers also work to ensure our residents receive quality customer service.

Overview

Groundskeepers perform a variety of landscaping maintenance and snow removal duties, (where applicable). They regularly mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, remove debris from property grounds, and overall ensure our communities are well-maintained and look presentable. Groundskeepers also work to ensure our residents receive quality customer service.

Job Duties

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

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 6 months Previous grounds keeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry
• 6 months Demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general grounds maintenance techniques
• 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 be able to lift at least 25 lbs
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to provide legible written reports
• 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 multipleplan 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
  
  

PDN-9f0a3485-dfc8-46b5-bf34-ddc0055e8241

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Media

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TalentAlly by 2x

Get notified about new Groundskeeper jobs in Newport, MI.

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.