Groundskeeper

The Michaels Organization; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michaels Organization is seeking a Groundskeeper to support the Maintenance Supervisor in keeping our communities safe, clean, and welcoming for residents and staff. You will perform daily upkeep, assist with make-ready tasks, and help maintain equipment with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

You will join a team focused on high-quality grounds care, timely repairs, and respectful interactions with residents.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• One year experience or training in lawn and garden care, pesticides, and parks/grounds maintenance.
• One year experience with outdoor grounds keeping tools, power equipment, and machinery.
• Proven knowledge and application of codes, laws, and regulations.
• Must pass background investigation and drug test screening.

Responsibilities

• Daily upkeep of property buildings and grounds, including cleaning and trash removal.
• Care, maintenance, and inventory of supplies, equipment, and vehicles.
• Identify unsafe conditions and take corrective action promptly (e.g., broken gates, damaged lighting).
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Follow OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Assist custodial work in common areas (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash).
• Assist make-ready staff with exterior unit sprucing to meet deadlines.
• Keep accurate daily work logs and work orders.
• Report maintenance or resident concerns to supervisor promptly.
• Periodically inspect units and common areas; perform repairs as needed; ensure secure storage and lighting.
• Attend and participate in training seminars as requested.
• Interact professionally with residents, staff, vendors, and the public.
• Monitor inventory of spare parts and supplies; report shortages to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Problem-solving

Reading/writing maintenance reports

Interpersonal communication

Safety awareness

Self-management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License

All required certifications by law

MMS required training completion

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

User-moved aids

Mechanical equipment (lawn mowers, weed eaters)

Job description

Overview

The Michaels Organization is a national leader in residential real estate offering full-service capabilities in development, property management, construction, and investment. At Michaels, our teammates strive to fulfill our promise of creating communities that lift lives - ones that jumpstart housing, education, civic engagement, and neighborhood prosperity. With this passion at the forefront of our business, Michaels teammates can be proud to be a part of the extraordinary, every day.

The Groundskeeper assists the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the appearance of the community. This involves ensuring a safe, secure and presentable living environment for residents, visitors and staff. The Groundskeeper will carry out assigned duties in a safe manner, and in addition to the duties described herein, will perform other duties as requested. The Groundskeeper must provide exceptional customer service while maintaining the property.

Responsibilities

• 1. Daily upkeep of the property buildings and grounds which includes cleaning and removing trash.
• 2. Responsible for the care, maintenance and inventory of supplies, equipment, and vehicles owned by the property and / or the management company.
• 3. Must be aware of the condition throughout the property and immediately initiate action to correct unsafe conditions; e.g., broken gates leading to the pool, broken steps and sidewalks, damaged storm drains and broken/burned out exterior lights.
• 4. Maintains uniform and presents a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• 5. Operates within OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and company safety policies at all times.
• 6. Assist in custodial work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc., in common areas.
• 7. Assist make-ready staff with exterior sprucing of units as required and directed by the Maintenance Supervisor to meet deadlines.
• 8. Complete accurate records regarding daily work logs and work orders.
• 9. Report any maintenance or resident related concerns to manager and/or supervisor in a timely manner.
• 10. Periodically assists with the inspection of units, buildings, playgrounds, and common areas, performing repairs and janitorial assistance as needed. Make sure storage areas and entrances are locked and adequate lighting in those areas is maintained.
• 11. Attend and participate in training seminars as requested.
• 12. Ensure effective, timely and professional interactions with residents, maintenance staff, and property management team on all maintenance services provided.
• 13. Must be knowledgeable of inventory levels of spare parts and supplies and inform Maintenance Supervisor of shortages.
• 14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• 1. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• 2. One year experience or training in the following areas: Lawn and garden care, use of pesticides and knowledge of the theory, principles, practices and methods used in parks and grounds maintenance.
• 3. One year experience in the use of outdoor grounds keeping tools, power equipment and machinery.
• 4. Proven knowledge and application of codes, laws, and regulations.
• 5. Must be able to pass background investigation and drug test screening.

Required Education/Training:

• 1. High School Diploma or GED
• 2. Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• 3. All specific certifications required by law.
• 4. Must successfully complete all required courses, classes, and training provided by MMS.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• 1. Must be able to work as part of a team, as well as complete assignments independently.
• 2. Must be able to work in a fast-paced and customer service-oriented environment.
• 3. Perform duties under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• 4. Must be able to read and write legibly to complete required maintenance reports and requests, review manuals and operating instructions, read cautionary labels, and respond to written instruction from staff and residents.
• 5. Prioritize and manage daily workload to ensure successful completion.
• 6. Take instructions from supervisors.
• 7. Exercise problem-solving skills.
• 8. Interact with co-workers, supervisors, vendors, residents, guests, and the public in a professional and pleasant manner.
• 9. Any employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools:
  • a. Hand Tools: Various wrenches, screwdriver, hammer, saws sledgehammer, etc.
  • b. Power Tools: Wrenches, grinders, sanders, drills, saws, etc.
  • c. User-Moved Aids: Wheelbarrows, dollies, hand trucks, buckets, hoists, jacks, ladders, etc.
  • d. Mechanical Equipment: Lawn mowers, weed eaters, snow blowers, pressure washing equipment, etc.

Working Conditions:

• 1. Must be able to work 40 hours per week to include evenings, weekends and holidays if required for emergency situations. Occasional overtime hours may be required.
• 2. Working in a maintenance environment may result in occasional exposure to dust, fumes