Hiring for Apartment Groundskeeper Position

Houston TX

Description

MDR Staffing is Houston, TX's premier apartment groundskeeper service. We provide Groundskeeper Service for Apartment communities all over Houston, TX and surrounding areas. We are seeking the best and the brightest for these open positions. We are accepting applications for the following: The Job: In coordination with the Community Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, the Groundskeeper position maintains efficient operation and upkeep of property buildings and grounds in a supportive role. As a member of our maintenance team, the Groundskeeper is a vital component of our community's day to day impression on existing residents and prospective residents. As such, the Groundskeeper is expected to maintain a high level of quality customer service and professionalism. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain all exterior plant material including, but not limited to grass, trees, shrubs, plantings and flowers. Includes removal of weeds from shrubbery beds and dead plant material. Notify manager of any diseased, dying or dead landscape plantings. Be aware of chemical or fertilizing postings and signs. Detail property on regular basis; rake shrubs, shovel mud, when necessary. Use blower to keep sidewalks and walking areas clear of loose grass and brush. Shovel snow, plow and salt or use ice melt, as needed. Physically walk the property on a frequent basis and remove litter, debris, pet droppings from the grounds. It is especially critical that the following areas remain neat and free of litter at all times: pool areas, laundry rooms, mail rooms, dumpster areas, recreation areas, grounds adjacent to the road, in front of office, walkways to and from and in-between buildings. Pressure wash sidewalks, driveways and garages as needed. Clean and maintain pool as directed. Perform "trash-out" duties at vacated apartments on a daily basis. Remove all abandoned furniture, trash, boxes. Transfer to dumpster or storage area, whichever is applicable. Transfer trash and other items left outside of dumpster into dumpster; keep dumpster doors closed on windy days. Clean and sweep dumpster areas and all outdoor recreational areas. Distribute resident communications, i.e. upcoming events, pest control notices, newsletters, etc. Assist with "make-ready" duties when requested Check and replace exterior lighting on a regular basis. Repair and replace windows, screens, sliding glass doors, etc. Perform routine maintenance on property as requested. Be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts. Other duties, as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Action and results-oriented, enthusiastic Resourceful, creative, decisive Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required Excellent organizational skills Ability to work independently & as a member of various teams and committees with sound judgment Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels Positive, can-do attitude with a commitment to excellence Pioneering spirit/drive Ability to meet stringent deadlines Work Hours: 40 hours per week (typically 8:30AM - 5:30PM). MDR STAFFING www.mdrstaff.com