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IMMEDIATE HIRE - FULL-TIME & PERMANENT GROUNDSKEEPER 

FAIRFIELD APARTMENTS is actively interviewing for an EXPERIENCED GROUNDSKEEPER to immediately join our team.  Now is the time to leave those seasonal, lay-off positions behind and land with a company that will provide year-round, permanent work, where you are truly appreciated for your contribution, and provided with a true growth path in the multifamily industry.  Call me today and let us start building your career together!

PURPOSE OF GROUNDSKEEPER: The Groundskeeper is responsible for “Curb Appeal” the overall upkeep of the property   landscape and the exterior image. Duties include cleaning of the driveways, parking lots, curbs, dumpster areas, exterior hallways, or any other public areas; maintenance of property flowerbeds, plants, and grass areas; snow removal; and pool cleaning or routine pool maintenance.

GROUNDSKEEPER BENEFITS:

• Industry competitive compensation ($14 - $15.50/HR DOE)
• Quarterly bonus (Up to $750 each quarter)
• Annual reviews with opportunity for performance-based raise up to 5%
• $500.00 - $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus Program (depending on role referred)
• $45/Month medical insurance through Blue Cross for employees
• FREE basic dental Insurance for employees
• FREE basic life insurance for employees
• Vision & additional plans for employees (spouse & children’s options available)
• Paid Holidays (even more than the standard federal holidays, too)
• Paid Time Off
• 20% off rent at any of our owned communities
• 401k planning with 3% annual company match
• Paid additional training/school and Tuition reimbursement program
• $100.00 annual boot reimbursement
• $100.00 annual pants reimbursement
• Tool reimbursement program and Power tool battery exchange program
• Yearly Anniversary Gifts
• Winter boot reimbursement program
• Discount programs at partnered companies such as Verizon, Expedia, Office Depot and more

GROUNDSKEEPER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for daily trash removal from all public exterior areas to include but not limited to dumpster areas, driveways, parking lots, curbs, exterior hallways, playgrounds
• Performs lawn mowing, trimming, edging
• Seasonal cleanup of flower beds, raking, aerating, fertilizing, etc.
• Responsible for care, maintenance, and inventory of all supplies and equipment owned by the property and/or the management company related to grounds work
• Responsible for light/basic tree and bush trimming
• Irrigation monitoring, clock setting, repair, and maintenance
• Snow removal
• Pool startup/closure, cleaning and/or routine pool maintenance
• Performs tasks to assist maintenance staff as requested, including but not limited to, preventative maintenance to buildings, moving appliances, inspections
• Issues pet violation notices in accordance with MIMG policy

GROUNDSKEEPER EXPERIENCE:

• Previous Groundskeeping/Landscaping – 6 months
• Certified Pool Operator certification is preferred but not required
• Ability to safely operate landscape equipment
• General irrigation knowledge or willing to learn preferred
• Be able to provide great customer service to our residents
• Ability to work in seasonal weather (heat and/or cold)

EOE