Groundskeeper

Description

Fortis Property Management 

Why work for Fortis Property Management because at Fortis, our success is the result of people like you. We pride ourselves on employing thoughtful, innovative, and outgoing team members. We maintain a competitive commission and bonus structure to recognize your hard work. We also promote internal advancement to further your career with us, as we believe that our leaders of tomorrow come from the team members of today.

Position Overview:

The Grounds Keeper is responsible for the physical appearance of the assigned Community.

Job Description/Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Make recommendations to the Maintenance Supervisor in regards to the purchasing of supplies and equipment
• Perform assigned grounds and maintenance tasks in an organized and timely manner
• Police the grounds on a daily basis, cleaning and maintaining common areas
• Assigned landscaping duties
• Advise the Maintenance Supervisor of maintenance problems and solutions
• Ensure all work orders are completed in a timely fashion
• Participate in the development and implementation of an ongoing property maintenance and improvement plan
• Walk the community daily noting needed repairs
• Knowledge of all utility cut offs
• Daily communication with the Maintenance Supervisor to discuss progress, follow-up, or complications regarding maintenance activities
• Provide superior customer service
• Other duties as delegated

Administration

• Maintain a professional image and attitude
• Attend instructional training classes as scheduled by the Maintenance Supervisor
• Adherence to and proper implementation of all Fortis Properties Management policies and procedures
• Knowledge of and adherence to the following:
• Fair Housing policies and procedures 
• ADA policies and procedures 

Supervision Received:

The Groundskeeper will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Community Manager. 

Qualifications & Skills:

Education

• High School graduate or equivalent 

Experience

• Some previous grounds experience

Special Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Professional image 

Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401(K)
• Referral Program
• Rent Discounts (where applicable) 

This Property Management Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.