Groundskeeper - Part Time

Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with employer matching

Employee Assistance Program

Identity Theft Insurance

Team Member Perks & Discounts program

Site Rent Discounts for team members

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays, bereavement time

Job summary

Sun Communities & Sun Outdoors is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain outdoor community areas and support a positive resident experience. Responsibilities include lawn care, landscaping, irrigation checks, and debris removal.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors in various temperatures. On-call availability and reliable teamwork are essential to success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 6 months of groundskeeping experience preferred.
• 6 months of general grounds maintenance knowledge required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Basic computer skills (email/internet) needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures.
• Ability to respond after hours and on-call schedule.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, weed, plant flowers/shrubs, mulch, and manage debris to keep grounds presentable.
• Maintain community vehicles and equipment.
• Inspect irrigation systems and perform repairs as needed.
• Fill trash/debris daily; empty common area containers.
• Follow safety procedures and report maintenance issues to the manager.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Outdoor work resilience

Basic computer skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Commercial machinery

Job description

Overview

Groundskeepers are responsible for a range of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and (where applicable) snow removal duties. They routinely mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, and remove debris to ensure community grounds are clean, well maintained, and visually presentable. They also support a positive resident experience by delivering courteous, responsive customer service.

Job Duties

• Ensures community is presentable at all times and adheres to Sun's curb appeal standards (Essential)
• Maintains community vehicle and equipment (Essential)
• Picks up trash/debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empties common area trash containers as needed (Essential)
• Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repairs as needed (Essential)
• Regularly treats weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/wood chips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions. Performs other lawn care services as needed (Essential)
• If applicable, maintains community pool(s) by testing chemical levels and adjusting appropriately
• Follows safety procedures while performing duties
• Reports all community maintenance issues and concerns identified while performing daily duties, to the manager
• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 6 months in previous groundskeeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry (Preferred)
• 6 months in demonstrated knowledge and experience in general grounds maintenance techniques (Required)
• Ability to endure fluctuations in temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work
• Ability to respond to business needs after normal business hours.
• Ability to work an on-call schedule
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to work well independently as well as on a team
• Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery

Rewarding Benefits

At Sun Communities, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, cool perks, and flexibility.

• 401(k) Plan with employer matching contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
• Site Rent Discounts for team members who live in our communities
• Paid sick leave
• Various paid holidays, bereavement time and pay for jury duty

$19 per hour