Resident Services Technician I - Groundskeeper

Hawthorne Residential Partners; Spicewood (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Match

Paid time off

Pet Insurance Plans

Telehealth – 24/7/365

Job summary

Village Lofts – 309-G Pisgah Church Rd, Greensboro, NC 27455 is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain exterior spaces and support the maintenance team. This entry‑level role is outdoors‑oriented and ideal for someone who enjoys active work and community upkeep.

You will help with cleaning, landscaping tasks, and upkeep of sidewalks, signage, and outdoor amenities, while supporting residents and events as needed. Hawthorne provides growth opportunities and a benefits‑rich environment.

Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent.
• One year of maintenance, repair, or HVAC experience is preferred but not required.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough cleaning and pick-up of debris or trash throughout exterior areas of the property.
• Maintain cleanliness of sidewalks, breezeways, parking lots, green spaces, and community signage areas.
• Ensure community trash receptacles, compactor areas, and pet stations are well-maintained and free of debris.
• Assist with light landscaping tasks including raking, weeding, trimming, and watering as directed by the maintenance team.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of pool deck areas, courtyards, grilling stations, benches, and outdoor amenities.
• Assist with light painting of curbs, signposts, and exterior touch-ups as needed.
• Conduct light checks around the property and replace exterior bulbs as needed.
• Help maintain shop and storage areas in a clean and organized manner to support quick inventory assessment.
• Assist with preparation of vacant, unoccupied apartments with light cleaning or removal of debris as requested
• Assist the team with the distribution of communications to residents’ doors.
• Assist the maintenance team with seasonal tasks including storm/snow preparation or cleanup.
• Promote good professional relations with residents, co-workers, and company staff.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

People service & customer-focused

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Village Lofts - 309-G Pisgah Church Rd - Greensboro, NC - 27455

At Hawthorne Residential Partners , we’re looking for dependable, motivated, and hands-on maintenance professionals who take pride in creating clean, well-maintained, and welcoming communities.

We offer more than just a job, we offer a path to grow your skills, learn new trades, and build a career. You’ll work alongside a team who will support you, challenge you, and cheer you on every step of the way.
Join a company where your work matters and your future is full of opportunity !

Groundskeeper | Job Overview

Groundskeepers play a vital role in creating an exceptional apartment community. As a Groundskeeper, you willbe responsible formaintainingthe overall cleanlinessandappearance ofthe community’s exterior spaces. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and contributing to a clean and welcoming environment.

Groundskeeper| Education, Experience, and License Qualifications

Education:

• High School or GED equivalent

Experience:

• Understanding and knowledge of yardwork and general facility maintenance
• One year of maintenance, repair, or HVAC experience is preferred but notrequired

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License

Groundskeeper | Job Functions

• Conduct thorough cleaning and pick-up of debris or trash throughout exterior areas of the property.
• Maintain cleanliness of sidewalks, breezeways, parking lots, green spaces, and community signage areas.
• Ensure community trash receptacles,compactorareas, and pet stations are well-maintained and free of debris orlarge itemsaround the perimeter.
• Assistwith light landscaping tasks including raking, weeding, trimming, and watering as directed by the maintenance team.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of pool deck areas, courtyards, grilling stations, benches, and outdoor amenities.

Community Appearance Support

• Assistthe maintenance team with light painting of curbs, signposts, and exterior touch-ups as needed.
• Conduct light checks around the property and replace breezeway or exterior bulbs as needed.
• Helpmaintainshop and storage areas in a clean and organized manner to support quick inventory assessment.
• Assistwith preparation of vacant, unoccupied apartments with light cleaning or removal of debris as requested

Additional Responsibilities

• Assistthe team with the distribution of communications to residents’ doors.
• Assistthe maintenance team with seasonal tasks including storm/snowpreparation or cleanup.
• Promotegood professionalrelations with residents, co-workers, and company staff. Through the LIVE IT culture,alwaysdisplay a friendly and courteous attitude toward prospects, residents, vendors, and other employees. Alwaysmaintainprofessionalism.

What Makes Someone SOAR in This Role?

• Positive Attitude: Enthusiastic, passionate, and driven within their day-to-day operations.
• Willingness to Learn: Eager togrowskills with hands‑on training.
• People Service & Customer-Focused: Daily commitment to providing excellent service by embracing our Live It culture of kindness,communityand connection.
• Reliable: A dependable presence for the community and team.

Work Schedule & Availability
Groundskeeperswork Monday through Friday, with standard office hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This role may also require participation in an on‑call rotation for after‑hours emergencies and occasional support for resident events, as needed.

Hawthorne’s Total Rewards Package | Compensation and Benefits

Groundskeeper– Specific Benefits: Groundskeepersareeligible for a monthly renewal bonus program in addition to their hourly compensation.

Professional Benefits: GroundskeeperToday – MaintenanceTechnician ITomorrow!

Our Career Path Program is offered toallofour employees.When you start at Hawthorne, we want to see you succeed and grow with us - that is why our Learning and Development team is committed to your career growth.

Personal Benefits

• Free Dental Insurance
• Comprehensive and Affordable Plans for Medical and Vision Coverage
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• 401k Retirement Match Program
• Paid timeoffincluding your birthday!
• Paid sick time off
• Pet Insurance Plans
• Paid Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave Options
• Telehealth – Access to Doctors 24/7/365
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Planning

Hawthorne is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hawthorne is an equal opportunity employer.