Lead Grounds Technician

Kleinman Realty Co.; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Kleinman Realty Co. in Minnesota is seeking a Lead Grounds Technician to oversee day-to-day grounds operations across our multifamily properties. You will supervise a crew, delegate tasks, and ensure grounds are well-maintained and attractive.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 8am–4:30pm. The role requires physical stamina, leadership, and hands-on work with irrigation, landscaping, and snow management. We offer benefits including 401(k) and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Physically demanding role with occasional lifting up to 50 lbs in all weather conditions.
• Lead Grounds Technician will train and supervise a grounds crew and delegate tasks.
• Clear written and verbal instructions; effective communication is essential.
• Experience with landscaping tools and equipment.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to obtain a DOT health card for larger trucks.

Responsibilities

• Removing and installing mulch or landscape rock
• Inspecting buildings or grounds to determine condition
• Sweeping and striping parking lots
• Planting shrubs, flowers, and trees
• Trimming small trees and shrubs
• Removing dead trees or plants
• Installing, repairing, and winterizing irrigation systems
• Installing and repairing downspouts
• Procuring and repairing landscaping equipment
• Maintaining machinery, tools, trucks, and trailers
• Delivering sidewalk salt
• Assisting in snow and ice management
• Installing/removing concrete
• Installing and repairing fences
• Installing drainage systems
• Delegating tasks and supervising tool use

Skills

Leadership

Physical stamina

Communication

Excel/Word

Attention to detail

Organization

Training crew

Forklift operation

DOT health card

Delegation

Tools

Forklift

Skid steer

Job description

The Lead Grounds Technician reports directly to the Grounds Division Supervisor and assists in the day-to-day operations of the organization’s Grounds Division. The Grounds Division plays a pivotal role in the successful execution of grounds duties within the organizations managed portfolio of market-rate multifamily properties in the Twin Cities. The exterior curb appeal and grounds are the first thing tenants or perspective tenants see before entering the building; we take great pride in maintaining the grounds in such a way that all of our properties remain superior to all other properties in any given neighborhood.

The Lead Grounds Technician reports directly to the Grounds Division Supervisor and assists in the day-to-day operations of the organization’s Grounds Division. The Grounds Division plays a pivotal role in the successful execution of grounds duties within the organizations managed portfolio of market-rate multifamily properties in the Twin Cities. The exterior curb appeal and grounds are the first thing tenants or perspective tenants see before entering the building; we take great pride in maintaining the grounds in such a way that all of our properties remain superior to all other properties in any given neighborhood.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Removing and installing mulch and/or landscape rock
• Inspect buildings or grounds to determine condition
• Sweeping and striping parking lots
• Planting shrubs, flowers, and trees
• Trimming small trees, and shrubs
• Removing unwanted dead trees or plants
• Installing, repairing, and winterizing irrigation
• Installing and repairing downspouts
• Purchasing and repairing equipment (lawnmowers, weed trimmers, snow blowers, etc.)
• Maintaining machines, tools, trucks, and trailers
• Delivering sidewalk salt
• Assisting in snow and ice management
• Installing and removing concrete
• Installing and repairing fences
• Installing drainage systems
• Delegating tasks and overseeing the use of tools and equipment

Qualification and Skills

This is a physically demanding role where you will need to occasionally lift more than 50 lbs. You will be working in all weather conditions including: heat, snow, and rain. You will oversee equipment operation, and ensure that the tools under your charge are well-maintained. As the Lead Grounds Technician you will also be responsible for training the crew of grounds keepers in their tasks. For our Lead Grounds Technician to be successful, you will need to be dedicated, delegate tasks, follow them, encourage, and have excellent communication skills.

The specific skills preferred for this role include:

• Physical stamina
• Self-Starter
• Experience in a leadership role would be advantageous
• Ability to provide clear written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work with Microsoft Excel and Word documents
• Attention to detail
• Organization of multiple projects
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in landscaping
• Ability to operate forklift and skid steer
• Ability to obtain a DOT health card to operate our larger trucks

Hours are Monday -Friday 8am - 4:30pm

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

For more than 96 years, Kleinman has helped owners and residents throughout the Twin Cities by delivering professional property management with integrity, responsiveness, and a long-term perspective. Our team manages more than 6,000 apartment homes and continues to grow while maintaining a collaborative, people-first culture.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, lead strategy, and help shape the future of a growing organization, we’d love to hear from you!