Groundskeeper

Hirebridge; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Mental health coverage

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Mentoring

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Avenue5 Residential is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the grounds, amenities and common areas of the property, ensuring peak curb appeal and customer satisfaction. You will handle exterior cleaning, snow removal, and assist with market-ready units as needed.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license with clean record. Strong customer service, time-management, and a neat professional appearance are essential, along with adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and current auto insurance required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to use general office equipment.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must maintain professional appearance and comply with uniform policy.
• Must comply with safety requirements.
• Must complete Avenue5 Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion Training within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Remove trash and debris from office areas and property perimeter daily.
• Assist in preparation of market-ready units.
• Pressure wash exterior buildings and sidewalks.
• Assist with property emergencies such as snow removal and other weather events.
• Clean available apartments, model homes and common areas as directed.
• Address maintenance concerns related to weather conditions.
• Promote customer satisfaction by maintaining high cleanliness and curb appeal and interact professionally with residents.
• Report maintenance and life-safety issues immediately.
• Foster positive relationships with residents and other properties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Customer service

Time management

Dispute avoidance

Confidentiality

Professional appearance

Safety compliance

Snow removal

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Groundskeeper
Salary: $23 per hour
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday | 8:00am-5:00pm
Explore Solace at Rainier Ridge

Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential.

Your ideas. Your development. Your experience.

We take care of you, so you can take care of our residents, properties and clients.

Property management may be our business, but people are our passion.

Empowering you to be the best.

Our benefits take a holistic approach to take care of your mind and body. We care about you as a whole person, both inside and outside of work.

• Physical wellness:Medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage options.
• Financial wellness:Competitive pay plus basic life insurance and matching 401(k) contributions.
• Mental and emotional wellness:Generous time-off plan includes 10 paid holidays including a community service day and your birthday.
• Perks and more:Mentoring. Professional development. Discounts. Tuition reimbursement. Robust recognition program. And we’re just getting started.

About the groundskeeper position:

We’re looking for a talented groundskeeper who will be responsible for the meticulous upkeep of the grounds, amenities, building exteriors, leasing office, tour path, parking lots and other areas of the assigned property, with maximization of the property’s marketing appeal with the highest level of customer satisfaction in mind.

• Remove trash and other debris from office areas and property perimeter on a daily basis.
• Assist in the preparation of market ready units.
• Pressure wash exterior buildings, sidewalks, etc.
• Assist with property emergencies, such as snow removal and/or other inclement weather emergencies, fires, and floods.
• Clean available apartments and/or model homes and common areas of the community, as directed.
• Address property maintenance concerns related to inclement weather conditions.
• Promote customer satisfaction by maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and curb appeal, and interact courteously and professionally with current and potential residents always.
• Preserve and respect applicant and resident confidentiality.
• Foster a positive, active and collaborative relationship with residents, other properties and associated agencies.
• Clearly and immediately report any maintenance and/or life safety issues identified while performing regular assigned duties.
• Promote customer satisfaction by maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and curb appeal, and interact courteously and professionally with current and potential residents at all times.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Skills and Requirements:

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and current auto insurance is required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to use general office equipment.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy.
• Must comply with all safety requirements.
• Required to complete and successfully pass the Avenue5 Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion Training within the first 30 days of employment.
• Ability to shovel snow, apply ice melt and operate a commercial snow blower.
• Passionate for meticulous curb appeal.

Our Core beliefs:

• Put people and partnerships first
• Empower associates
• Focus on solutions
• Champion ideas that accelerate success
• Deliver proof over promises

Experience our award winning culture:

• Top 15 national finalist on the Best Places to Work Multifamily™
• Certified as a Great Place to Work® since 2017
• Listed as one of the Best Workplaces in Real Estate™
• Ranked second on the 100 fastest-growing private companies in Washington by The Puget Sound Business Journal
• Ranked 6 on the 2026 National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) Top 50 Managers List