Groundskeeper

Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching contribution

Paid Time Off including holidays

Pet Insurance

Job summary

A leading community services provider in Pflugerville is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform landscaping maintenance and ensure community appearance. Ideal candidates will have some grounds keeping experience and demonstrate a customer service mindset. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months in previous grounds keeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry.
• Ability to endure fluctuations in temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Ensures community is presentable at all times and adheres to curb appeal standards.
• Maintains community vehicle and equipment.
• Picks up trash/debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis.

Skills

Grounds maintenance techniques

Operating hand tools

Basic computer proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial machinery

Job description

Overview

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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 ensure our communities are well-maintained and look presentable. Groundskeepers also work to ensure our residents receive quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• 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/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services (Essential)
• 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 in previous grounds keeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry (Preferred)
• 6 months in demonstrated knowledge of and broad 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 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

Rewards and Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with multiple plan designs
• 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
• Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting SunRV Resorts across the nation
• Team Member Perks & Discounts program
• Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and jury duty

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing