Groundskeeper or Porter

NE Property Management; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match (up to 4%)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

NE Property Management is seeking a Groundskeeper for Alexa Apartments in Corpus Christi, TX. This full-time role pays $14.00–$16.00 hourly, with on-site duties to maintain the property’s curb appeal and safety standards.

You will work with the on-site team to manage landscaping, minor repairs, and routine maintenance while upholding OSHA and company safety practices. Requires 1 year in property maintenance and valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of property/groundskeeping or related experience on-site at multi-family properties.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, ladders, blowers, trimmers and pool testing gauges.
• Good verbal and written English communication; strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Walk property to maintain curb appeal: remove litter, debris, and pet waste from walkways and lots.
• Maintain recreation and pool areas: keep furniture, decks, tile, and pool spaces neat and safe.
• Assist with general maintenance: minor repairs, exterior lighting, window screens, and routine service requests.

Skills

Property maintenance

Mechanical tools

Problem solving

Stamina & agility

Team-oriented service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Ladders

Dollies

Mechanical blowers

Trimmers

Pool testing gauges

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: NE Property Management - Alexa on Ocean Drive - Corpus Christi, TX 78412, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.00 Hourly, Join NE Property Management as a Groundskeeper at Alexa Apartments and become part of a fast-paced, dynamic team where your hard work, eye for detail, and dedication to safety help maintain premier curb appeal across our multi-family portfolio. This hands-on role is ideal for an industrious professional who enjoys working outdoors, takes immense pride in a clean community environment, and thrives while collaborating with an expert on-site service team.

What You'll Gain (Benefits of the Role)

• Essential Trade Experience: High-impact opportunity to gain foundational skills in multi-family facilities maintenance, property operations, and landscaping management.
• Curb Appeal Ownership: Direct freedom to manage the community's first impression, transforming common areas, grounds, and pool spaces into pristine showcases.
• Skill Diversification: Hands-on experience working side-by-side with skilled service technicians on routine repairs, painting, lock systems, and asset safety.
• Collaborative Environment: Vibrant workspace partnering daily with your on-site leasing office, Lead Maintenance Technician, and property managers.
• Advanced Trade Toolkit: Broad exposure to professional mechanical equipment, specialized measuring meters, and safety compliance operations.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Solid health, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance options (employee-paid portions may apply).
• Retirement Planning: Corporate 401(k) retirement plan featuring an excellent company match up to 4% of total earnings.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous allocated Paid Time Off (PTO) package featuring 3 weeks of PTO plus paid holidays to rest and recharge outside of active maintenance cycles.

What Success Looks Like (Qualifications)

• Property Maintenance Foundation: At least 1 year of experience in on-site multi-family properties or an equivalent field (prior groundskeeping or landscaping background preferred).
• Mechanical & Tool Literacy: Knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand tools, user-moved aids (dollies, ladders), mechanical blowers, trimmers, and pool testing gauges.
• Technical Problem Solver: Strong ability to apply logical thinking to practical situations and rationally think beyond a specific set of instructions.
• Physical Stamina & Agility: Capable of spending 70-85% of the day on your feet, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting or moving heavy equipment and appliances.
• Team-Oriented Customer Service: Outgoing, pleasant attitude when interacting with co-workers, supervisors, residents, guests, and the public.
• Communication Excellence: Proficient verbal and written English communication skills to accurately receive instructions and report property needs.
• High-Accuracy Detail Orientation: Constant need to view small details up close and identify property service requirements beyond arm's reach.
• Foundational Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required to perform the essential administrative and safety functions of the role.
• Mobility & Emergency Readiness: Valid driver's license, personal transportation, and auto insurance to pick up parts or handle occasional emergency travel.
• Safety & Compliance Committed: Full alignment with OSHA regulations, I-9 compliance, Fair Housing guidelines, and a strict "safety first" workplace attitude.

What the Job Looks Like (What You'll Do)

• Maximize Property Curb Appeal: Walk the property frequently to remove litter, debris, and pet droppings from walkways, parking lots, and roadside areas.
• Maintain Recreation & Pool Hubs: Keep pool furniture, decks, tile, hot tubs, mailrooms, and park spaces detailed, neat, and free of trash at all times.
• Detail Landscape Beds: Clean and rake under shrubs, shovel mud, and utilize mechanical blowers to keep sidewalks clear of grass clippings and brush.
• Enforce Dumpster Area Standards: Transfer external trash and abandoned items left outside into the dumpsters, sweeping the surrounding pad daily.
• Execute Vacancy Trash-Outs: Clear out abandoned furniture, trash, and boxes from vacated apartments to prep them for the make-ready team.
• Support Routine Service Requests: Complete minor property repairs, replace exterior lighting, and adjust window screens or sliding glass doors as directed.
• Assist with Physical Projects: Tackle manual labor assignments including tearing down fences, digging post holes, and moving heavy appliances safely.
• Perform Turn & Painting Duties: Carry paint buckets and perform interior or exterior painting tasks to assist the team with apartment make-readies.
• Uphold Absolute Safety Protocols: Constantly observe the asset's condition, wear personal protective equipment (PPE), and lock storage areas securely.
• Distribute Community Notices: Walk the property layout to distribute time-sensitive resident communications, newsletters, and upcoming event flyers.

Qualifications: NE Property Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NE Property Management complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.