Groundskeeper / Maintenance Porter
Apartment Services, Inc. – Essex, MD
Full-Time | Outdoor Work Required | May Rotate Between Properties

Pay: $16 hourly and Transportation Allowance

Job Overview: Apartment Services, Inc. is seeking a dependable and hard-working Groundskeeper to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming community for our residents. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and values being part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

Walk the property daily to pick up trash, remove debris, and maintain dog waste stations and dumpster areas
Perform routine landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, and mulching
Use hand tools and power equipment (leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, etc.)
Remove snow and apply salt to sidewalks and steps during winter weather
Keep the maintenance shop organized and stocked
Report safety hazards and maintenance concerns to the Service Supervisor
Assist with unit “make-ready” tasks as requested
Follow company safety procedures and property security protocols
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Ability to operate power tools and landscaping equipment
Basic knowledge of landscaping techniques and outdoor maintenance
Good time management and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license required
Reliable transportation required; may be assigned to multiple properties during a shift
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical work (standing, walking, bending, kneeling)
Able to work in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
Availability for emergency response during inclement weather

Benefits:

Transportation Allowance
8 Paid Holidays
Paid Funeral Leave & Jury Duty Leave

Health Benefits (eligible 1st of month after 60 days):

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Employer-paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement (eligible after 3 months, age 21+):

Traditional & Roth 401(k) options

Additional Perks:

Employee Recognition Program
Discounted Housing (more details available during interview)

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