Groundskeeper - Deerfield

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $16-$18 per hour

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Property Groundskeeper to join our team at Deerfield Estates. As a Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for the overall maintenance and appearance of our property grounds. You will perform landscaping and maintenance tasks using power equipment and hand tools to maintain the property's grounds. This position will report to the Maintenance Supervisor. Your primary goal will be to ensure that the outdoor areas are well-maintained, safe, and visually appealing at all times.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Mows lawns, trims weeds, maintain flower bed and rakes leaves as assigned.
• Cleans out gutters and condensers.
• Reports lease violations, assist with resident retention and maintaining curb appeal.
• Performs general cleaning and trash out units.
• Picks up and removes trash prior to mowing a designated area.
• Remove pet waste and maintain pet waste stations.
• Empties trash and recycling containers.
• Trims bushes, shrubs, and hedges. Cuts and removes trees as needed.
• Prepares soil and plants flowers, bushes, hedges, or shrubs.
• Plants trees and prunes them when necessary.
• Prepare and maintain grounds for seasonal changes. This includes snow removal, applying ice melt, and ensuring walkways are safe during winter months.
• Operates snowblower or snowplow to clear roads, driveways and parking lots.
• Performs routine maintenance on power equipment.
• Distribute residents communications to their doors.
• Notify management and place towing stickers on un-operable vehicles or that have flat tires.
• Pool maintenance
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to operate and maintain various types of power equipment including lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers and other landscaping equipment.
• Ability to provide and use hand tools required for landscaping.
• Extensive knowledge of landscaping techniques and processes.
• Ability to follow instructions, complete assignments, excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, vendors, employees, owners and guests.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with residents and vendors.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must attend pool school.
• Previous experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, or kneeling.
• Must be physically able to operate power equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50-100 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Winfield Property Management is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and have the opportunity to contribute to the company's success. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.