Groundskeeper

Planned Companies – Groundskeeper – Job Description

Location: Santa Clara, CA.

Payrate: $22.50/hr.

Schedule: Friday through Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:45 pm (wed-thu off)

Summary

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, and overall condition of the property's exterior grounds and common outdoor areas. This role helps ensure the community remains safe, attractive, and welcoming for residents, guests, and visitors. The Groundskeeper performs routine landscaping, grounds maintenance, and property upkeep while identifying and reporting any safety concerns, maintenance issues, or property damage.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of all exterior grounds, walkways, parking areas, and common spaces
• Perform routine landscaping duties, including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, weeding, and watering
• Remove litter, debris, leaves, and other waste from the property on a regular basis
• Maintain flower beds, shrubs, trees, and other landscaping features
• Assist with seasonal property maintenance, including snow removal, ice treatment, leaf collection, and storm cleanup as needed
• Inspect grounds regularly and report safety hazards, property damage, or maintenance concerns to management
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner
• Clean and maintain outdoor amenities such as playgrounds, patios, courtyards, dog parks, and recreational areas
• Assist with property beautification projects and landscaping improvements
• Support maintenance staff with exterior-related tasks and special projects as needed
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with residents, guests, vendors, and team members

Requirements:

• Previous groundskeeping, landscaping, property maintenance, or related experience preferred
• Knowledge of landscaping equipment, tools, and basic horticultural practices
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining property appearance
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently
• Ability to follow directions and prioritize tasks effectively

Benefits

• Full-time employees (defined as working 30 or more hours per week) are eligible for medical, dental, vision and other ancillary benefits.
• All employees (full-time and part-time) are eligible to participate in the company's 401K which has an employer match.

Planned Companies is an equal opportunity employer. Planned Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in the provision of employment opportunities and benefits.