Groundskeeper

Sun Communities; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Sun Communities in Pflugerville, TX is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain and beautify our community grounds. You will mow, weed, plant flowers, inspect irrigation, and help ensure resident areas are clean and welcoming.

This full-time outdoor role requires stamina for varying weather, a valid driver's license, basic computer use, and the ability to lift 25 lbs. On-call duties and safety compliance are part of the job, with opportunities for growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 months in Demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general grounds maintenance techniques required or preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Ability to endure outdoor temperatures and work outside.
• Ability to work on-call and outside normal business hours.
• Proficient with hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain community appearance per curb appeal standards.
• Mow lawns, weed, plant flowers and shrubs, rake leaves, mulch grounds.
• Inspect and repair irrigation systems as needed.
• Operate vehicles safely and follow safety procedures.
• Report maintenance issues to the manager.
• Assist with pool maintenance if applicable and handle special projects.

Skills

Outdoor work

Basic computer use

Driving license

Hand tools & machinery

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Requisition ID133862-Posted08/05/2026-Sun Communities, Inc.-TX-Pflugerville, Chisholm Point-Regular-Full Time

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 multipleplan designs so you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family
• 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
• 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