Groundskeeper​/Porter; Part-Time

Groundskeeper / Porter (Part-Time) | Woodland Apartments (Olympia, WA)

About American Property Management

Founded in Bellevue, Washington in 1987, American Property Management stands as a leader in property management. With over three decades of experience, we manage 5,500+ units and focus on excellence for internal and external stakeholders. We leverage technology and AI tools to automate routine work, surface insights, and free time for high‑impact, human problem‑solving. AI is used as a smart assistant to augment collaboration and data‑informed decisions, not to replace people.

We seek curious, innovative people who are excited to experiment with new tools and drive the company forward.

To learn more about us:

• Schedule – Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Flexibility to work additional hours may be required to meet company/project needs.
• On-Site – Requires physical presence at the job location during scheduled hours. Current residents of the property are not eligible for this position.
• Must live within 30 miles of the property and have reliable transportation. If relocating, relocation must be completed prior to start date.
• Property Information – The Woodland Apartments, 224-unit garden style apartment community built in 2012.
• Compensation – Pay Range: $20 to $21/hour. Bonus incentives include monthly leasing bonuses. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision; employer pays 85% of the employee premium. 401(k) with company match. Paid sick leave accrual (~11 days/year). Paid vacation starting at two weeks, with tenure. 11 paid holidays including 2 personal holidays.
• Notes – The above compensation is a range. Offers are made based on experience and location.

• Competitive starting wages (listed above).
• Diversity and inclusion commitment.
• Positive work environment where contributions are valued.
• Team-building activities and events.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.

• 1+ years’ experience in multifamily or hotel groundskeeping/landscaping preferred within the last 10 years.
• Experience and willingness to work outdoors is required.
• Experience providing great customer service to residents and/or customers is required.
• Experience using power washers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping tools is required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Positive attitude and collaborative team approach.
• Responsibility and pride in work.
• Fluent in English with strong reading, speaking, and writing skills.

• Maintain courteous communication with residents, applicants, and vendors.
• Maintain timecards and reports.
• Keep work and storage areas orderly.
• Maintain dumpster areas and buildings daily to preserve curb appeal.
• Ensure cleanliness and upkeep of community amenities (pool, fitness center, pet stations, outdoor cooking areas, office spaces).
• Coordinate with Maintenance Supervisor to ensure contracted landscaping services meet APM standards.
• Clean and maintain community restrooms daily.
• Maintain pool/spa area by vacuuming, sweeping, cleaning, and related tasks for safety and welcome.
• Assist with painting, cleaning, and general maintenance as directed by Maintenance Supervisor.
• Help maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain grounds, lawns, walkways, and driveways free of debris.
• Ensure equipment is safe to operate and operators are trained.
• Assist with irrigation system maintenance; check sprinkler heads daily.
• Weekly cleaning of exterior doors, entryways, and landings.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Must have own basic hand tools; property will provide power tools as required.

The responsibilities above are not all-inclusive.

At American Property Management, we strive to be the Best Asset Management Company in the West by delivering exemplary customer service and honoring our customers. We prioritize respect, collaboration, integrity, and transparency, and foster a collaborative work environment where every voice is valued. We believe employees are the cornerstone of success and support teamwork and open communication.