Groundskeeper — Full-Time, On-Site with Benefits

Zidan Management Group, Inc; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time off

Sick Days

10 Paid Holidays

Referral program

Job summary

Candlewyck Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain lawns, gardens, and common areas year-round, supporting the maintenance team and ensuring smooth operations.

The role is on-site, Monday–Friday 9AM–6PM with pay $16.00–$18.00 per hour depending on experience. A full benefits package includes 401(k) match, health, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, sick days, 10 holidays, and a referral program.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical tasks and follow directions efficiently.
• Must wear protective gear (gloves, goggles, appropriate clothing) based on tasks.
• Familiarity with landscaping tools and equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, rakes, shovels, snow removal tools).
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior outdoor maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, gardens, and landscaped areas year-round.
• Mow grass, trim shrubs, and select plants for walkways or garden spaces.
• Rake leaves and care for flowers, trees, and plants.
• Weed control and removal of harmful vegetation (poison ivy/oak).
• Apply mulch, fertilizers, and pesticides as necessary.
• Collect and dispose of trash and debris from common areas.
• Sweep sidewalks, steps, and shared spaces.
• Assist with light snow removal and salting walkways as needed.
• Coordinate larger snow or dirt removal when necessary.
• Support maintenance team with additional duties as assigned.
• Report supply needs to management.

Skills

Physical endurance

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Blowers

Rakes

Shovels

Snow removal tools

Job description

Candlewyck Apartments in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain lawns, gardens, and common areas year-round, supporting the maintenance team and ensuring smooth operations.

The role is on-site, Monday–Friday 9AM–6PM with pay $16.00–$18.00 per hour depending on experience. A full benefits package includes 401(k) match, health, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, sick days, 10 holidays, and a referral program.