Apartment Groundskeeper
Description
Full-time Apartment Groundskeeper – Van Buren Village Apartments (Kettering, OH)
Full‑Time | M–F 8:30–5:30 | No evenings. No weekends.
Van Buren Village Apartments is a beautifully maintained 41‑acre community in Southeast Kettering, and we’re hiring a Full‑Time Groundskeeper to help keep our property clean, safe, and welcoming for residents.
This role is more cleaning and upkeep than landscaping — perfect for someone who enjoys keeping things neat, organized, and looking their best. If you have janitorial, grounds, or general cleaning experience, you’ll fit right in. Must enjoy working in the all weather conditions.
⭐ Why You’ll Love Working Here
Stable daytime schedule — no nights, no weekends
Work for a Top Places to Work recognized national company
Strong benefits that support you and your family long‑term
A friendly, supportive onsite team and a beautiful property to work on
Learn more about Monarch at: www.monarchinvestment.com/careers
📍 Location
Van Buren Village Apartments 1956 Smithville Road South Kettering, OH 45420 www.vanburenapts.com
Pay & Schedule
$17–$19/hr
Up to $750 quarterly site performance bonus
M–F, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
Paid holidays, no evenings, no weekends
We Offer
80 hours PTO in year 1 → 120 hours after 2 years → 150 hours after 5 years
- Paid holidays including your birthday or work anniversary
20% rent discount at any Monarch community after 30 days
FREE apartment after 10 years of employment
Medical, Dental, Vision (medical starting at under $50/month)
Matching 401(k) up to $4,000 annually
Maintenance tech training, certifications & college tuition assistance
$100 boot and pant reimbursement
Annual Monarch outings & more
What You’ll Do
Maintain the overall cleanliness of exterior areas: parking lots, curbs, hallways, dumpster areas, playgrounds, sport courts
Seasonal cleanup: flower beds, planting, raking, fertilizing, leaf removal
Light tree/bush trimming
Snow removal when needed
Assist maintenance staff with basic tasks (moving appliances, inspections, preventative maintenance)
Issue pet violation notices when applicable
Maintain a professional, positive attitude with residents and staff
Follow all OSHA and Monarch safety procedures
What You Bring
General groundskeeping or landscaping knowledge
Ability to safely operate landscape equipment
Willingness to learn OSHA compliance within 15 days
Irrigation knowledge (preferred but not required)
Strong customer service and a team‑focused attitude
This role requires pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check and a drug screening.