Groundskeeper (56026)

Disrupt; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K Plan

Generous PTO

Growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Emerge Living is seeking a Groundskeeper for The Ridley Apartment Homes in Houston, TX. This on-site role supports the maintenance team and office staff, delivering world-class service to our residents and ensuring the grounds look pristine daily.

Responsibilities include landscaping, mowing, trimming, irrigation monitoring, power washing, snow removal where applicable, and assisting with make-ready units. You’ll follow directions in English or Spanish and work evenings or weekends as needed.

Qualifikationen

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Be able to take direction in English or Spanish.
• Must be willing to work evenings or weekends (on call) in case of an emergency.
• Be professional and courteous.
• Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs, ladders and access various areas of the property.

Aufgaben

• Responsible for the overall upkeep of the community landscape and the exterior image which includes cleaning of the driveways, parking lots, curbs, dumpster areas, exterior hallways, or any other public areas; maintenance of community flowerbeds, plants, and grass areas; snow removal; and pool cleaning or routine pool maintenance.
• Responsible for providing world‑class customer service by addressing the concerns and maintenance needs of our residents in a friendly and professional manner.
• Complete grounds work as directed by Service Manager and/or Community Manager which may include picking up trash, clean dumpster areas, trash rooms and trash chutes, blowing the parking area and sidewalks, removing debris, power washing, etc.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails
• Execute basic landscaping including trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs
• Assist in the preparation of make‑ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments (trash outs) prior to make‑ready
• Conduct proactive preventive maintenance activities to avoid potential issues and uphold the quality of the community
• Document all maintenance activities and communicate clearly with residents, team members, and supervisors, providing status updates and explanations of ongoing work
• Report supply needs to Service Manager and maintain shop organization
• Collaborate effectively with maintenance team members, and external contractors to ensure seamless community maintenance, foster teamwork and cooperation
• Assess community safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing resident well‑being
• This involves maintaining the cleanliness of the grounds, delivering notices to apartments and performing tasks like interior and exterior painting
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally lifting heavier items with assistance of team members or lifting equipment
• Must be able to operate various maintenance tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers and irrigation systems
• This role is based on site and requires that the employee spend time outside exposure to the elements
• May require working in confined spaces, heights and potentially hazardous areas

Kenntnisse

Oral & written comms

Bilingual English/Spanish

Evenings/weekends availability

Professional demeanor

Physical stamina

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: The Ridley Apartment Homes - Houston, TX 77057, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day

About Emerge Living:

Emerge Living is a trusted multi‑family Property Management firm that operates A, B, C and new development apartment communities in Texas, Georgia, and Florida. We’re a dedicated firm that strives to deliver exceptional value to our partners, properties, and our residents.

About the Role:

As a Groundskeeper you play a key role in making our apartment communities a great place to live! The Groundskeeper is a member of the Maintenance staff working directly with the Service Manager and the office staff to provide world‑class service to our residents.

The Groundskeeper is a “hands‑on” professional whose goal is to make sure everything is working right every day.

What You Bring: (Requirements)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be willing to work evenings or weekends (on call) in case of an emergency
• Be able to take direction in English or Spanish
• Be professional and courteous
• High school diploma or GED – Preferred
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs, ladders and access various areas of the property
• May be required to push or pull items and reach overhead
• May be required to bend, stoop or kneel
• May require dexterity of hands and fingers and ability to grasp tools
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer
• Must be able to hear to detect sounds indicating potential issues, such as machinery noises or alarms
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally lifting heavier items with assistance of team members or lifting equipment
• Must be able to operate various maintenance tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers and irrigation systems.
• Must be able to use mobile devices and applications for work‑related tasks
• This role is based on site and requires that the employee spend time outside with exposure to the elements.
• May require working in confined spaces, heights and potentially hazardous areas

What You’ll Do: (Responsibilities)

• Responsible for the overall upkeep of the community landscape and the exterior image which includes cleaning of the driveways, parking lots, curbs, dumpster areas, exterior hallways, or any other public areas; maintenance of community flowerbeds, plants, and grass areas; snow removal; and pool cleaning or routine pool maintenance
• Responsible for providing world‑class customer service by addressing the concerns and maintenance needs of our residents in a friendly and professional manner
• Complete grounds work as directed by Service Manager and/or Community Manager which may include picking up trash, clean dumpster areas, trash rooms and trash chutes, blowing the parking area and sidewalks, removing debris, power washing, etc.
• Thoroughly clean breezeways by removing cobwebs, bugs in lights, mopping floors, power washing, and wiping down doors and handrails
• Execute basic landscaping including trimming and pruning, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs
• Assist in the preparation of make‑ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments (trash outs) prior to make‑ready
• Conduct proactive preventive maintenance activities to avoid potential issues and uphold the quality of the community
• Document all maintenance activities and communicate clearly with residents, team members, and supervisors, providing status updates and explanations of ongoing work
• Report supply needs to Service Manager and maintain shop organization
• Collaborate effectively with maintenance team members, and external contractors to ensure seamless community maintenance, foster teamwork and cooperation
• Assess community safety and cleanliness standards, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing resident well‑being
• This involves maintaining the cleanliness of the grounds, delivering notices to apartments and performing tasks like interior and exterior painting
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lifting heavier items with assistance of team members or lifting equipment
• Must be able to operate various maintenance tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers and irrigation systems
• This role is based on site and requires that the employee spend time outside exposure to the elements
• May require working in confined spaces, heights and potentially hazardous areas

What Motivates You:

• Impact: You thrive on improving the lives of residents, exceeding budgeted expectations, and contributing to the company’s success.
• Challenges: You embrace obstacles as opportunities, proactively seeking and implementing solutions.
• Growth: You’re inspired by being part of a fast‑growing organization and contributing to its continued success.

What We Have to Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Wealth Program
• 401K Plan
• Generous PTO
• Growth Opportunities