Sun Communities
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$19 per hour
Overview
Groundskeepers are responsible for a range of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and (where applicable) snow removal duties. They routinely mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, and remove debris to ensure community grounds are clean, well maintained, and visually presentable. They also support a positive resident experience by delivering courteous, responsive customer service
Job Duties
Ensures community is presentable at all times and adheres to Sun’s curb appeal standards (Essential)
Maintains community vehicle and equipment (Essential)
Picks up trash/debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empties common area trash containers as needed (Essential)
Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repairs as needed (Essential)
Regularly treats weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/wood chips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions. Performs other lawn care services as needed (Essential)
If applicable, maintains community pool(s) by testing chemical levels and adjusting appropriately
Follows safety procedures while performing duties
Reports all community maintenance issues and concerns identified while performing daily duties, to the manager
Other duties and special projects as assigned
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
6 months in previous groundskeeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry (Preferred)
6 months in demonstrated knowledge and experience in general grounds maintenance techniques (Required)
Ability to endure fluctuations in temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work
Ability to respond to business needs after normal business hours.
Ability to work an on-call schedule
Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
Must have a valid driver's license
Ability to work well independently as well as on a team
Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
REWARDING BENEFITS
At Sun Communities, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, cool perks, and flexibility.
401(k) Plan with employer matching contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Identity Theft Insurance
Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
Site Rent Discounts for team members who live in our communities
Paid sick leave
Various paid holidays, bereavement time and pay for jury duty
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