Groundsperson

smcinternalcareers; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

smcinternalcareers is seeking a Grounds Person to maintain curb appeal, cleanliness, and exterior maintenance across the community. This full-time role includes inventorying cleaning supplies, reporting low stock, and assisting with snow/ice removal to support safe operations.

You will perform daily ground checks, coordinate with management, and help with apartment turnover when required. A high school diploma or GED is expected, with the ability to lift 80 pounds and follow directions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to communicate in written form.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to lift and carry 80 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of all community common areas.
• Ensure sidewalks, parking areas and interiors are free of trash and debris.
• Perform daily audits of grounds and report findings to management.
• Assist with apartment turnover as needed.
• Test smoke detectors in vacant apartments.
• Maintain positive relationships with team members and customers.
• Contribute to community engagement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Written communication

Follow directions

Lifting 80 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maintain the overall curb appeal, cleanliness, and appearance of the community by performing groundskeeping duties, trash removal, and exterior maintenance. Complete minor repairs throughout the property, assist with snow and ice removal as needed, and carry out additional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor to support the safe and efficient operation of the community.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We're seeking a Grounds Person with whatever-it-takes approach to join our team! In this full-time role, you will ensure that the physical asset is maintained in good condition and that everything is clean and sanitary. In addition, the Grounds Person is responsible for keeping an inventory of all cleaning supplies and submitting requests when supplies get low.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Maintain cleanliness of all community common areas in accordance with internal quality control standards
• Ensure that sidewalks, parking areas, and building interiors are free of trash and debris
• Perform daily audits of community grounds and report findings to management
• Assist with apartment turnover process, as needed
• Test smoke detectors in all vacant apartments
• Maintain positive relationships with all team members and customers
• Contribute to community/company engagement efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor

JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate in written form
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to lift and carry 80 pounds

High school diploma or GED