Groundskeeper - Franklin Park

Dominium Management Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Training & development

Career growth opportunities

Volunteer programs

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Dominium is seeking a Groundskeeper for Franklin Park in Austin, TX to maintain exterior spaces and common areas, ensuring safety and cleanliness.

You will perform trash removal, landscaping tasks, and snow/ice removal per policy, using a digital device for work orders and inspections. The role emphasizes Fair Housing compliance and professional conduct. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English orally and understand written and oral instructions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• May require a valid driver's license, ability to drive a motor vehicle, mini-truck, under-speed vehicles (USV) and utility vehicles (UTV) and auto insurance depending on the property.

Responsibilities

• Grounds and Exterior Maintenance – walk property daily to remove trash and clean around dumpsters; rake/mulch around trees; perform snow removal per policy.
• Common Area and Facility Cleaning – empty trash containers daily; clean fixtures, surfaces, rugs and laundry rooms; replenish supplies.
• Communication and Administrative Tasks – deliver community fliers; review and update work orders; document tasks as work orders.
• Safety and Compliance – maintain a safe work environment; report safety concerns; comply with Fair Housing laws.
• Professional Standards – attendance and professional conduct with residents, vendors, and staff.
• Assist staff with other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

English communication

Driver's license

Following instructions

Teamwork

Job description

Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis - and we're looking for motivated candidates to join our team and advance our mission. With offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix and Minneapolis, Dominium is one of the nation's most respected and innovative affordable housing development and management companies. We create quality, affordable homes and engage with our residents to foster a strong sense of community and connection.

Join us in making a difference in people's lives every day at a company where you can challenge yourself to develop both personally and professionally.

We are currently seeking a Groundskeeper to join our team at Franklin Park, a 163 unit apartment community in Austin, TX.

Position Summary

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of the property. Duties include daily trash removal from all exterior areas, cleaning around dumpsters, landscaping tasks (raking, mulching, weeding, watering), and snow/ice removal per policy. Maintain common areas by emptying trash, cleaning fixtures, carpets, and laundry rooms, and replenishing supplies. Use a digital device to manage work orders, inspections, and documentation. Ensure a safe work environment, report hazards, and comply with Fair Housing laws. Maintain professional conduct, attend meetings, assist staff as needed, and perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Grounds and Exterior Maintenance - Walks the property daily to remove trash from Grounds: (front and rear of buildings), breezeways, parking lots, playground, drain basin edges, behind fence lines, clean around all dumpsters, rake/mulch around trees and landscaped areas, weed around trees and flowerbeds, water grounds as needed. Perform snow removal: shovel steps, sidewalks, and walkways, apply ice melt when slippery, remain on duty until all snow is cleared per policy and report snow/ice removal activities to the Community Manager.
• Common Area and Facility Cleaning - Empty all trash containers daily, clean/polish lighting fixtures, surfaces, and trim in common areas, clean rugs, carpets, furniture, draperies/blinds, replenish bathroom supplies in office and common areas, clean laundry rooms daily (if applicable): empty trashcans, wipe down machines, sweep floors daily; mop floors twice weekly.
• Communication and Administrative Tasks - Deliver community fliers as directed. Use digital maintenance device to review, update, and manage work orders daily. Document all tasks as work orders. Complete monthly inspections and turn maintenance digitally while maintaining proper care of the device.
• Safety and Compliance - Maintain a safe work environment, report safety concerns immediately. Adhere to all Fair Housing laws and regulations. Alert management to any non-compliance issues regarding property or residents.
• Professional Standards - Timely and regular attendance, including staff meetings. Maintain professional attitude and appearance in interactions with residents, vendors, and co-workers. Take pride in the property; pick up trash whenever seen.
• Assist staff with other tasks and perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in English orally and understand written and oral instructions
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• May require a valid driver's license, ability to drive a motor vehicle, mini-truck, under-speed vehicles (USV) and utility vehicles (UTV) and auto insurance depending on the property.

About Us

Dominium is a purpose-driven leader in affordable housing. We operate in approximately 20 states, supported by a team of over 1,300 dedicated employees. For more than 50 years, we have delivered excellence in the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States. Dominium's values - EDGE: Entrepreneurial Innovation, Developing People, Growth Mindset and Execution - guide us in fulfilling our Purpose: to provide quality, affordable housing that builds Enduring Value for our residents, employees, communities and financial partners. We believe housing provides dignity, and our work has a positive, lasting impact on the lives of individuals and families - often for generations. Our properties last for decades, leaving a lasting impact in the communities where they are located.

We offer a competitive salary, an incentive bonus program, training and development programs, career growth and community volunteer and outreach programs.

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including Basic Life and AD&D; Employee, Spouse and Child Supplemental Life and AD&D; and Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.

We also offer Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, with optional Health Savings Accounts, as well as Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.

We offer Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Whole Life) and an Employee Assistance Program.

Additionally, you have access to a 401(K) plan, Health and Financial Wellness Programs, Paid Time Off including Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Education Reimbursement, Employee Recognition and the Dominium Employee Emergency Fund.

Dominium is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees. Dominium prohibits employment discrimination on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), pregnancy, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, membership or activity in local commission, veteran status, military status, age, genetic information, union membership, use of lawful consumable products, or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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