Groundskeeper

Coastal Ridge Real Estate; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Ridge Real Estate is seeking a Groundskeeper for one of our Student Housing properties in San Jose, CA. The role is full-time and non-exempt, reporting to the Property Manager.

You will maintain grounds, assist with pools, and support turnover and resident services to ensure a clean, safe environment. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic English, and physical stamina to perform tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs and occasional ladder work.

Qualifications

• Experience in groundskeeping or property maintenance.
• Ability to follow safety instructions and guidelines.
• Good communication skills to interact with residents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Keep interior and exterior areas clean, safe, and presentable.
• Water and care for plants, shrubs, and flowers.
• Assist with pool cleaning and basic maintenance tasks as needed.
• Support turnover processes and coordinate with vendors when required.
• Provide friendly service to current and prospective residents and post newsletters.
• Inspect the property daily for hazards and address liabilities.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Maintenance experience

Physical stamina

Basic English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

What You’ll Do

As a Groundskeeper, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the appearance and physical condition of our community, creating a safe, welcoming, and visually appealing environment for our residents. This full-time, non-exempt position reports directly to the Property Manager.

What You’ll Do

As a Groundskeeper, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining the appearance and physical condition of our community, creating a safe, welcoming, and visually appealing environment for our residents. This full-time, non-exempt position reports directly to the Property Manager.

Where You’ll Work

You will be working at one of our Student Housing properties in San Jose, CA.

What You’ll Own

• Keep all interior and exterior areas clean, safe, and presentable at all times, including buildings, common areas, amenities, and grounds. Tasks include picking up litter, sweeping, blowing, or pressure-washing breezeways, parking lots, and other shared spaces.
• Care for plants, shrubs, and flowers by watering and ensuring their healthy appearance.
• Assist with swimming pool cleaning and maintenance to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Support unit turnover processes, including trashing out vacant units and collaborating with vendors to maintain quality standards.
• Provide friendly and professional service to current, future, and past residents, including delivering and posting newsletters and correspondence.
• Inspect the property daily to identify and address hazardous conditions or liability concerns.
• Use property resources, equipment, and supplies efficiently and safely.
• Assist with light maintenance duties as needed.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by management.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic English communication skills to follow instructions and interact with residents and team members.
• Basic computer skills for completing work orders or other property tasks.
• Previous experience in groundskeeping, general maintenance, or housekeeping is preferred but not required.
• Physical ability to frequently walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift/move loads up to 50 lbs, as well as climb and work from ladders.
• Must live within 30 miles of the property and have reliable transportation to participate in on-call duties.

Our Company

Built on the foundation of over 20 years of friendships, Coastal Ridge is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate operator, investor, and developer whose unique approach successfully combines data and experience. Supported by over 900 real estate professionals with deep sector expertise, we have quickly grown into a leader in the multifamily industry. Our values are based on relationships and driven by honesty, integrity, and trust.

What You’ll Get

As a Coastal Ridge Real Estate associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. We are committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our culture and the needs of our associates.