Lead Grounds Technician — Drive Curb Appeal & Lead Team

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

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.