Groundskeeper

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. At Hawthorne Residential Partners, we’re looking for dependable, motivated, and hands‑on maintenance professionals who take pride in creating clean, well‑maintained, and welcoming communities. We offer more than just a job – we offer a path to grow your skills, learn new trades, and build a career. You’ll work alongside a team who will support you, challenge you, and cheer you on every step of the way.

Groundskeepers play a vital role in creating an exceptional apartment community. As a Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness and appearance of the community’s exterior spaces. This entry‑level role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and contributing to a clean and welcoming environment.

• High School or GED equivalent

• Understanding and knowledge of yard work and general facility maintenance
• One year of maintenance, repair, or HVAC experience is preferred but not required

• Valid Driver's License

• Conduct thorough cleaning and pick‑up of debris or trash throughout exterior areas of the property.
• Maintain cleanliness of sidewalks, breezeways, parking lots, green spaces, and community signage areas.
• Ensure community trash receptacles, compactor areas, and pet stations are well‑maintained and free of debris or large items around the perimeter.
• Assist with light landscaping tasks including raking, weeding, trimming, and watering as directed by the maintenance team.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of pool deck areas, courtyards, grilling stations, benches, and outdoor amenities.

• Assist the maintenance team with light painting of curbs, signposts, and exterior touch‑ups as needed.
• Conduct light checks around the property and replace breezeway or exterior bulbs as needed.
• Help maintain shop and storage areas in a clean and organized manner to support quick inventory assessment.
• Assist with preparation of vacant, unoccupied apartments with light cleaning or removal of debris as requested.

• Assist the team with the distribution of communications to residents’ doors.
• Assist the maintenance team with seasonal tasks including storm/snow preparation or cleanup.
• Promote good professional relations with residents, co‑workers, and company staff. Through the LIVE IT culture, always display a friendly and courteous attitude toward prospects, residents, vendors, and other employees. Maintain professionalism.

• Positive Attitude:
  Enthusiastic, passionate, and driven within day‑to‑day operations.
• Willingness to Learn:
  Eager to grow skills with hands‑on training.
• People Service & Customer‑Focused:
  Daily commitment to providing excellent service by embracing our Live It culture of kindness, community, and connection.
• Reliable: A dependable presence for the community and team.

Groundskeepers work Monday through Friday, with standard office hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This role may also require participation in an on‑call rotation for after‑hours emergencies and occasional support for resident events, as needed.

Groundskeepers are eligible for a monthly renewal bonus program in addition to their hourly compensation.

• Free Dental Insurance
• Comprehensive and affordable plans for medical and vision coverage
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• 401(k) Retirement Match Program
• Paid time off, including birthday and sick time
• Pet Insurance Plans
• Paid Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave Options
• Telehealth – Access to doctors 24/7/365
• Company paid life insurance
• Retirement planning

Hawthorne is an Equal Opportunity Employer.