Groundskeeper

Sun Communities; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with Sun matching

Job summary

Sun Communities in Pflugerville, TX is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain property grounds and support resident services. Duties include mowing, weed control, irrigation checks, and debris removal to keep communities clean and presentable.

The role requires physical outdoor work, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work an on-call schedule as needed. Benefits and competitive pay accompany this full-time position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 6 months in grounds keeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry is preferred.
• 6 months in general grounds maintenance techniques is required.
• Ability to endure outdoor work in varying temperatures.
• Ability to work an on-call schedule after business hours.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email and internet use.
• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains community curb appeal and adheres to standards.
• Maintains community vehicle and equipment.
• Picks up trash and debris from common areas daily.
• Inspects irrigation system and repairs as needed.
• Performs weed control, planting, mulching, trimming, and general lawn care.
• Operates vehicles safely to perform duties.
• Follows safety procedures and reports maintenance issues.

Skills

Grounds keeping

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

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 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 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 (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

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 multiple plan 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

ACCESSIBILITY ASSISTANCE

ACCESSIBILITY ASSISTANCEIf you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing an online application, please contact us at (844) SUN-4343. Alternatively, an email may be sent to [e-mail]. "Applicant Accommodation" should be included in the subject line of the email. Please note that this phone number and email address are only for those individuals who would like to request an accommodation to apply for a job.

Pflugerville, TX, US

Employment Type: Regular Classification: Full Time $20 per hour Job Reference: 133862 Nearest Major Market: Austin Job Segment: Agribusiness, Agricultural, Agronomy, Agriculture