Grounds

Job Objective(s)
To keep outside grounds and areas of the property clean, orderly and pleasant. To shovel and spread salt/sand when and where needed. Provide an environmentally safe and clean setting for the residents and guests of the property. To deliver all packages received. To perform caretaking duties as needed. To be on-call on a rotating schedule with the caretaking staff.

Job Responsibilities and Duties
Essential Responsibilities
* Maintain a high level of customer service
* Package Delivery
* Grounds Keeper
* Caretaker

Duties Include:
* Tour entire property (daily) to assess cleaning needs
* Assist with grounds work, e.g., sweep sidewalks, water plants, remove snow, distribute salt/ice melt, etc.
* Work closely with grounds vendor and schedule additional services as needed
* Pick up paper and debris from main entrances and around property
* Pick up trash containers and empty into large bins
* Use leaf blower to keep walks and ground free of debris and salt
* Clean up after dogs when needed
* Empty and clean pet stations as needed
* Walk garages and make sure no cars are parked illegally
* Clean garage area trash rooms and make sure they stay clean and fresh. Power wash as needed
* Empty waste receptacles and clean trash room daily
* Clean trash chutes on each floor as needed
* Replace light bulbs as needed
* Turn lights on and off in all storage rooms and supply closets.
* Deliver all packages
* Make sure packages are not left in the package room over night with the exception of weekends
* Make sure resident package logs are up-to-date and coordinated with leasing staff
* Make sure delivery notices are left in apartment after each package delivery

Caretaking duties:
* Clean common areas (i.e., party room, fitness center, laundry room, hallways, elevator areas), offices and other assigned areas
* Clean vacated apartments in preparation for new resident move-in
* Vacuum, spot clean and shampoo common area rugs and carpets; sweep, scrub, mop and wax and polish floors
* Clean and restock restrooms
* Dust, clean and polish furniture and woodwork; polish metal work
* Assist in washing windows, walls and doors as needed
* Wash windows, walls and doors
* Clean and adjust shades and blinds

Other Responsibilities:
* Take routine care of custodial equipment and materials
* Move and arrange furniture and equipment
* Assist with repairs
* To follow on-call schedule
* Deliver communications from property management office to residents as necessary
* Assist property management/leasing office as requested, e.g.
* Attend staff meetings as required
* Maintain and safeguard confidential information
* Remain flexible, receptive and adaptive to change
* Understand and apply basic principles of good housekeeping and safety
* Perform other related duties as requested by supervisor
* Able to read, write, spell, do basic math, and speak and understand English