Groundskeeper - Part Time

Sun Communities; Upper Freehold Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Identity Theft Insurance

Team Member Perks & Discounts

Site Rent Discounts

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Bereavement time

Jury duty pay

Job summary

Sun Communities is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain and beautify community grounds, including lawn care, planting, and debris removal. You will support resident experiences with courteous service and operate common tools and equipment daily.

The role requires physical outdoor work, basic IT/data tasks, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work an on-call schedule. Training and benefits are provided where applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 6 months of groundskeeping experience preferred.
• Knowledge of general grounds maintenance techniques is required.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, rake leaves and mulch as needed.
• Inspect and maintain irrigation systems; perform repairs as needed.
• Keep community grounds clean and safe; follow Sun's curb appeal standards.
• Assist with snow removal where applicable and ensure safety procedures.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Outdoor work

Tool operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Commercial machinery

Job description

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