Outdoor Groundskeeper & Maintenance Specialist

Apartment Services; Essex (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

401(k) options

Employee recognition program

Paid holidays

Funeral/jury leave

Job summary

Apartment Services, Inc. in Essex, MD is hiring a Groundskeeper/Maintenance Porter to care for outdoor areas across properties. This full-time role requires reliable outdoor work, the ability to lift and operate landscaping tools, and participation in snow removal during winter.

You’ll join a team focused on safety, cleanliness, and resident comfort. The position involves daily property walks, mowing and trimming, equipment use, and potential make-ready tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Reliable transportation; may rotate between properties.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical outdoor work.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Walk the property daily to pick up trash, remove debris, and maintain dog waste stations and dumpster areas.
• Perform routine landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, and mulching.
• Use hand tools and power equipment (leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, etc.).
• Remove snow and apply salt to sidewalks and steps during winter weather.
• Keep the maintenance shop organized and stocked.
• Report safety hazards and maintenance concerns to the Service Supervisor.
• Assist with unit “make-ready” tasks as requested.
• Follow company safety procedures and property security protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Power tools

Landscaping basics

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

Apartment Services, Inc. in Essex, MD is hiring a Groundskeeper/Maintenance Porter to care for outdoor areas across properties. This full-time role requires reliable outdoor work, the ability to lift and operate landscaping tools, and participation in snow removal during winter.

You’ll join a team focused on safety, cleanliness, and resident comfort. The position involves daily property walks, mowing and trimming, equipment use, and potential make-ready tasks as needed.