$16 per hour

Overview

Groundskeepers are responsible for a range of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and (where applicable) snow removal duties. They routinely mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, and remove debris to ensure community grounds are clean, well maintained, and visually presentable. They also support a positive resident experience by delivering courteous, responsive customer service

Job Duties

Ensures community is presentable at all times and adheres to Sun’s curb appeal standards (Essential)
Maintains community vehicle and equipment (Essential)
Picks up trash/debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empties common area trash containers as needed (Essential)
Inspects irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repairs as needed (Essential)
Regularly treats weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/wood chips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions. Performs other lawn care services as needed (Essential)
If applicable, maintains community pool(s) by testing chemical levels and adjusting appropriately
Follows safety procedures while performing duties
Reports all community maintenance issues and concerns identified while performing daily duties, to the manager
Other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (Required)
6 months in previous groundskeeping experience in the apartment or manufactured housing industry (Preferred)
6 months in demonstrated knowledge and experience in general grounds maintenance techniques (Required)
Ability to endure fluctuations in temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work
Ability to respond to business needs after normal business hours.
Ability to work an on-call schedule
Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
Must have a valid driver's license
Ability to work well independently as well as on a team
Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery

BENEFITS

At Sun Communities, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, advancement opportunities, paid time off, great benefits, and flexibility.

Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with 4 plan options so you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family
Comprehensive Dental and Vision Plans
On-Site Fitness Center
Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and Dependent Life
Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Identity Theft Insurance
Legal Assistance Plan
Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education
Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting Sun resorts across the nation
Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
Up to six weeks of paid parental leave for the birth of a child, adoption, or placement of a child
Paid Time Off including ten holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty

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