Grounds Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Grounds Maintenance Technician – The Union at Fishers District in Fishers, IN!

Help Keep Commercial Properties Looking Their Best. 

Thompson Thrift is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Technician to help maintain the cleanliness, safety, and curb appeal of our commercial properties. In this hands-on role, you'll be an important part of the onsite team, helping create an exceptional environment for tenants, guests, and visitors by ensuring our properties remain clean, attractive, and well-maintained.

Why Thompson Thrift?

Thompson Thrift is an integrated, full-service real estate company engaged in the development, construction, leasing, and management of high-quality multifamily communities nationwide. We're committed to building exceptional places — and developing the people who make them possible.

At Thompson Thrift, you'll find:

• Values-Driven Culture — Excellence, Service, and Leadership guide everything we do.
• Career Growth — Training, mentorship, and long-term development opportunities.
• Work-Life Support — Competitive benefits, flexibility, and wellness programs.
• Real Impact — Hands-on involvement in industry-leading multifamily projects.

Your Role as a Grounds Maintenance Technician

As a Grounds Maintenance Technician, you'll play a vital role in maintaining the appearance and overall condition of our commercial developments. You'll work closely with the Property Manager to ensure the property remains clean, safe, and welcoming while supporting day-to-day maintenance operations and responding to the needs of the property.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining beautiful properties, and is committed to delivering outstanding service.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the overall cleanliness, appearance, and curb appeal of the commercial development, including landscaping, parking lots, sidewalks, breezeways, and common areas.
• Perform daily property inspections to remove litter and identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with landscaping duties including watering, weed control, and general landscape maintenance.
• Identify and report property damage, maintenance concerns, and potential safety hazards.
• Support seasonal property maintenance, including snow removal, storm cleanup, and weather preparation as applicable.
• Perform common area lighting inspections and report deficiencies.
• Clean vacant retail suites, mechanical rooms, and shared common areas.
• Complete basic maintenance repairs as assigned.
• Maintain trash enclosures and monitor compactor operations.
• Record monthly water meter readings and report findings.
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment safely and effectively.
• Properly maintain and store tools and equipment.
• Follow all company policies, operational procedures, and safety standards.

Our Ideal Candidate for this Role

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.

Experience

• Two or more years of grounds maintenance, commercial property maintenance, landscaping, or related experience preferred.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Professional and courteous when interacting with tenants, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a property maintenance team.
• Experience operating landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment, including blowers, power washers, utility vehicles, and lawn care equipment.
• Ability to identify maintenance issues and communicate them effectively.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Why This Role Matters

The Grounds Maintenance Technician is often the most visible member of the onsite property team. Your attention to detail and commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and attractive commercial properties directly contributes to tenant satisfaction, protects the value of our properties, and supports Thompson Thrift's reputation for excellence.

Use of AI in Hiring

Thompson Thrift uses AI-assisted tools within our applicant tracking system to support parts of the recruiting process. These tools assist recruiters but do not make hiring decisions or independently determine candidate outcomes. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. If you have questions about our hiring process, please contact us at View email address on us.fitly.work.

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