Groundskeeper/Porter

Denton Floyd Real Estate Group; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Denton Floyd Real Estate Group is seeking an energetic Community Manager to join our Louisville team. You will oversee grounds, maintenance, pool upkeep, and resident communication, ensuring a safe, clean environment and timely service.

The role requires basic maintenance skills, strong customer service, and a valid driver’s license. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, family atmosphere, and opportunities for growth within a well-capitalized company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of porter, janitorial, or housekeeping experience; 1 year groundskeeping preferred.
• 1 year mechanical, electrical, and plumbing maintenance preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect property daily; maintain grounds and common areas, including litter control.
• Perform maintenance tasks: replace bulbs, screens, clean vents, and assist with make-readies.
• Pool upkeep and maintaining chemical records; respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
• Distribute notices, treat residents and vendors professionally, and follow policy guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

About us

Denton Floyd Real Estate Group is looking for an energetic Community Manager to join our Louisville team. We have a culture of teamwork, cooperation with other team members, and a family atmosphere that sets us apart.

Denton Floyd is well-capitalized and has a proven record of year-over-year growth. We are involved in the ownership and management of multi-family communities. A successful team member in this role will be well-positioned to grow professionally as the company grows.

Responsibilities

Grounds & Common Areas

• Inspect property each morning; remove litter and debris from all grounds and common areas
• Sweep, blow, and/or pressure wash breezeways, parking lots, and common areas
• Empty common area trash cans and maintain refuse and storage areas
• Keep storm drains free of debris
• Plant, prune, weed, seed, or remove foliage, shrubs, trees, and grasses as requested
• Water flowers, plants, and shrubs as needed
• Maintain curb and speed bump painting

Maintenance & Repairs

• Replace lightbulbs in common areas and breezeways as needed
• Replace first-floor window screens upon request
• Complete minor and routine service requests as directed by the Property Manager
• Assist with apartment make-readies: trash vacant units, caulk, check appliances and smoke detectors, replace parts, etc.
• Clean A/C vents and replace filters in vacant apartments
• Replace air filters on schedule in all occupied apartments
• Install, move, and hook up appliances
• Perform light painting duties as directed
• Clean vacant apartments between residents
• Notify maintenance technicians of needed repairs

Pool

• Perform swimming pool maintenance and cleaning as needed
• Maintain accurate pool chemical records per state and local requirements
• Keep pool area clean: hose down surfaces, pick up trash, straighten and wipe down furniture

General

• Distribute notices and communications to residents as needed
• Treat residents, vendors, contractors, and team members with respect and professionalism
• Report property damage, loss, or work-related injuries in a timely manner
• Use electronic timekeeping for daily time sheets and PTO requests
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Property Manager

• Minimum 2 years of porter, janitorial, or housekeeping experience; 1 year groundskeeping preferred; 1 year mechanical, electrical, and plumbing maintenance preferred
• CPO certification is a plus
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with an eye for curb appeal
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Stable work history with excellent references
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb stairs, bend/stoop regularly, and work from ladders
• Able to work in all weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors
• Knowledgeable in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, mechanical equipment, paint equipment, ladders, cleaning chemicals, vacuums, blowers, and measuring devices
• Must pass drug screening and criminal background check
• Available for after-hours emergencies as needed

Benefits

• Family atmosphere.
• Competitive pay with eligibility for monthly and quarterly bonuses.
• Competitive employee benefits with immediate eligibility.
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance