Groundskeeper (REF7165G)

$45,760 - $47,840/Yr

Unclassified - Olympia, WA

Part-time - Entry Level

Olympia, WA

1,001-5,000 employees

About the position

The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for the daily upkeep and maintenance of the Evergreen Village apartment community in Olympia, WA. This part-time role involves maintaining the appearance of the property, including landscaping, cleaning common areas, and performing various maintenance tasks to ensure a clean and welcoming environment for residents and visitors. The position requires adherence to company policies and safety protocols while supporting the overall objectives of property management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the outside appearance of the apartment community, including buildings, landscaping, trash areas, and parking lots.
• Clean debris from grounds and all common areas daily, including trash, cigarette butts, pet waste, and leaves.
• Keep the street and parking lot curbing free of debris.
• Hose out dumpster and keep area clean and free of debris.
• Keep common area light globes clean and free of debris.
• Maintain pool decking and furniture, hosing down as needed and arranging furniture daily.
• Empty trash receptacles and ash urns a minimum of once daily.
• Sweep sidewalks, stairways, and breezeways to keep them free of debris.
• Ensure landscaped areas are kept free of debris and maintain amenity spaces like playgrounds and sports courts.
• Paint curbing and maintain parking lot appearance, including bumper blocks and fencing.
• Daily cleaning of leasing golf cart prior to office opening.
• Help remove items left behind by vacating residents for storage and/or disposal.
• Wear required uniform and name badge during work hours.
• Maintain all equipment provided for the job and inform supervisor of repair needs.
• Enforce community rules and regulations and comply with Fair Housing Laws.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role, preferably within Residential Property Management.
• High School diploma or equivalency certificate required.
• Valid Driver's License and good driving record may be required.
• Ability to wear a respirator and be medically fit for duty.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English.
• Basic computer skills (email, internet, etc.).
• May be required to provide and maintain own tools.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in hotel maintenance, facilities maintenance, or construction.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $22 - $23 per hour.
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits packages.
• Ongoing training and career growth opportunities.