Grounds Keeper

Groundskeeper – JLL

As a Groundskeeper at JLL, you'll play a vital role in creating and maintaining exceptional outdoor environments at our commercial properties. This hands-on position combines landscape artistry with technical expertise, where you'll be responsible for transforming and preserving aesthetically pleasing, functional outdoor spaces that enhance property value and tenant satisfaction. Working closely with property management teams, you'll execute their vision for outdoor spaces while delivering outstanding customer service. Your work directly contributes to JLL's reputation for excellence in property management and creates welcoming, well-maintained environments that our clients and their tenants take pride in.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Maintain pristine lawn areas through mowing, edging, and aerating to ensure well-manicured grass that enhances curb appeal
• Perform landscape maintenance including trimming hedges, pruning trees and shrubs, and weeding gardens to uphold high aesthetic standards
• Install, maintain, and repair sprinkler and irrigation systems, including programming controllers and replacing components as needed
• Cultivate and enhance garden areas through planting, fertilizing, mulching, soil conditioning, and appropriate pesticide application
• Clear debris from sidewalks, roofs, entrances, parking lots, and outdoor seating areas while power washing surfaces to maintain cleanliness
• Prepare outdoor spaces for seasonal weather conditions through weatherproofing and securing outdoor items
• Complete general interior maintenance tasks such as hanging pictures, furniture repairs, and moving equipment to support overall property operations
• Update work order status in real-time using CMMS systems and submit daily receipts to ensure accurate record-keeping and workflow management

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in groundskeeping or exterior property maintenance
• Demonstrated ability to operate landscaping equipment safely and effectively
• Physical capability to perform outdoor manual labor in various weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with CMMS systems such as Corrigo, 360 Facility, or similar work order management platforms
• Knowledge of irrigation system installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance procedures
• Familiarity with proper herbicide and pesticide application procedures and safety protocols
• Experience providing customer service in commercial property or facilities management environments
• Basic understanding of horticulture, plant care, and seasonal landscape maintenance best practices

Location: Wilmington, NC

Work Shift: 08 Hour Day - 1st Shift/Morning Shift

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay