Groundskeeper - Part-time

The Groundskeeper/Porter reports directly to the Property Manager. It is essential that the Groundskeeper/Porter report to work at his/her regularly scheduled work hours. The Groundskeeper/Porter must be able to "walk" the property on a regular and as-needed basis to perform his or her job duties. The Groundskeeper must have the physical capability to walk all around the property (including stairs), lift heavy items, and otherwise perform a variety of physical tasks.

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for the cleanliness, physical appearance & curb appeal of the property. Focused on keeping the community looking its best, the Groundskeeper/Porter is a visible team member to visitors & residents alike, maintaining a friendly, helpful & professional approach in all interactions.

The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for the prompt and efficient performance of all tasks assigned by the Property Manager for continuous self-improvement of skills and expertise. A willingness to accept and follow the directions of others is required.

• 1. The Ground keeper/ Porter must arrange the daily schedule around the management offices. Any litter or debris is to be picked up every morning & to be completed no later than 9:30 AM of each business day. All other duties will be assigned according to their urgency, including but not limited to the following:
• 2. Must be able to lift 80-100 lbs. regularly.
• 3. Keep the property management office and landscaping clean by inspecting property each morning & picking up any trash littering the grounds.
• 4. Replace light bulbs in the common area & breezeways as needed.
• 5. Replace all first-floor window screens upon request.
• 6. Assist with apartment make-readies as requested, such as trash in vacant units, caulk, check appliances & smoke detectors, replace parts, etc.
• 7. Clean air conditioner vents & replace filters in all vacant apartments.
• 8. Install, move & hook-up appliances.
• 9. Replace air filters as scheduled for all occupied apartments.
• 10. Clean the Common Area, Breezeways, scrub down area, pick up trash, etc.
• 11. Perform light painting duties as directed.
• 12. Assist the service technician or assistant service technician as needed.
• 13. Deliver notices & flyers to residents as needed.
• 14. Other responsibilities as may be determined. Overseeing the maintenance of exterior lighting, gutters, down-spouts, roofs and flashing, roadways, walks, swimming pools, laundry facilities, recreation areas, buildings, and grounds.
• 15. Knowing the location of all water, gas, and power turnoffs, clean-out traps, fire hydrants, and fire extinguishers. Having available the telephone numbers of the police, ambulance service, fire department, power, gas, and water companies.
• 16. Maintaining a clean, orderly, secure workshop.
• 17. Attending all instructional classes conducted by IDP Property Management.
• 18. Policing of the property and dumpster areas morning, evening, and on weekends.
• 19.Thinking and working safely.
• 20. Strictly observing company policy concerning service requests and property policies.
• 21.If applicable, prepare for a government program and/or lender-sponsored physical inspections such as MORs and REACs.
• 22. Work hours are set by the Regional Property Manager. This is a 25-30 hour a week position that takes place Monday - Friday.
• Also, the Groundsmen/Porter will perform all other duties as may be assigned by the Property Manager or other supervisors.

IDP Properties is a drug free work place. If hired, applicant must consent to pre employment drug screen.