Groundskeeper & Make-Ready Specialist

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain exterior grounds for a residential facility in Texas. The role focuses on keeping lawns, walkways, parking areas, and landscaping well-kept, hazard-free, and welcoming for residents and staff.

Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, debris removal, snow/ice clearance when needed, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Groundskeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to operate landscaping tools and equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, and flower beds through mowing, trimming, watering, and fertilizing.
• Remove trash, debris, and hazardous materials from the property.
• Keep sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas clean and safe, including snow/ice removal when applicable.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and irrigation systems.
• Perform minor repairs on outdoor fixtures such as fences, benches, and signage.
• Monitor grounds for safety hazards and report issues promptly.
• Assist with seasonal landscaping projects and general upkeep.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Operate landscaping equipment safely

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn equipment (mowers, trimmers)

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain exterior grounds for a residential facility in Texas. The role focuses on keeping lawns, walkways, parking areas, and landscaping well-kept, hazard-free, and welcoming for residents and staff.

Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, debris removal, snow/ice clearance when needed, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance.