Groundskeeper

Location: Kokomo, IN 46091

The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of tasks to improve and maintain the physical quality of the assigned properties. The incumbent performs general work to clean and prepare property grounds and units, maintain landscaping, and light maintenance duties. This position might also require using a variety of hand‑held tools when required.

• Utilizes maintenance and gardening tools and equipment to complete daily tasks.
• Cleans and clears debris from property grounds.
• Cleans and makes ready apartment units as needed.
• Performs cleaning and upkeep of common areas and property as needed, including wet and dry mopping floors, windows, cleaning and sanitizing surfaces, and removing trash and debris.
• Patrols grounds, common areas and parking facilities; identifies and reports maintenance hazards or other property condition concerns.
• Performs general labor work as assigned including loading, unloading, and moving materials.
• Completes all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Operates a variety of tools while adhering to safety protocols.
• Ensures tools are cleaned and stored properly.
• Ensures regulated and proper gloves, safety glasses and clothing are worn.
• Complies with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and Company directives related to building operations and work safety.
• Assists the Maintenance Technician when needed.
• May interact with tenants day to day.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Problem Solving:
  Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem‑solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with sensitive topics and/or irate customers.
• Job Knowledge:
  Exhibits requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the position effectively; demonstrates knowledge of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, operational entities, requirements, and activities as they apply to the assigned organizational entity; uses appropriate judgment and decision making in accordance with level of responsibility.
• Customer Service:
  Provides helpful, courteous, accessible, responsive, and knowledgeable service to external and internal customers.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; establishes rapport when working with others.
• Teamwork:
  Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals; works with employees within and across the department to achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.
• Results Orientation:
  Consistently delivers required results; sets and achieves achievable goals; complies with quality standards and meets deadlines; maintains focus on organizational goals.
• Accountability:
  Accepts full responsibility for self and contributions as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness; confronts problems quickly; demonstrates a strong commitment to organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals; presents oneself as a credible representative of the organization to maintain the public’s trust.
• Professionalism:
  Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required, with six months of relevant experience in construction or maintenance.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Possession of a valid Indiana Driver’s License.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Must have physical strength, hand‑eye coordination, and endurance.
• Must have physical ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and fire prevention techniques.
• Ability to multi‑task using independent judgement.
• Ability to work independently as well as with other personnel and…