Full Time Groundskeeper at Elation Properties in Rochester, MN

Calling all Groundskeeping professionals! Elation Property Management is growing, and we are seeking a groundskeeper for our Forte Living property in Rochester!

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for meticulous upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors, parking lots and other community buildings.
• Responsible for snow removal and availability to handle the rigid schedule of early mornings/late nights.
• Responsible for maintaining sidewalks safety in snow season.
• Remove trash from the apartment community perimeter on a daily basis.
• Assist Maintenance /Property Manager on assigned groundskeeping tasks in a timely manner.
• Assist in the troubleshoot/repair of outside mechanical, carpentry and electrical problems.
• Report any maintenance concerns for repairs on available apartments, models, clubhouse, and/or common areas to the Property Manager and Maintenance.
• Meticulously maintains curb appeal.
• Uphold all company policies, goals and values.
• Represent the community in a professional manner at all times-on/off property.
• Immediately report all unsafe conditions to the Property Manager
• Ensures that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
• Learns and ensures compliance with all company, local, state and federal safety rules.
• Other functions as assigned by the Property Manager/Maintenance.

Critical Success Factors:

• Passion – for the company’s mission
• Relationships- provides service with a smile, understands resident satisfaction
• Quality and detail oriented
• Problem Solver- Implements solutions and overcomes constraints
• Self-Starter- positive, optimist and willing to take initiative
• Very organized – Quality and detail oriented
• Goal Oriented – naturally motivated to reach goals
• Reliable/Dependable
• Physical requirements- able to lift up to 50-100 lb. consistently.

Key Processes:

• Grounds upkeep (mowing, weeding, planting, etc.)
• Sidewalk and parking lot cleaning and oversight
• Snow Removal

Education, Training and Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and some trade school is preferred
• General knowledge of common lawn and garden care and practices
• Basic knowledge in MS Office, Word, Outlook
• Experience with or ability to learn maintenance CRM software
• Strong understanding of technology and able to work independently with company software program.
• Understanding of how to operate snowplow/salter, industrial mower.
• Valid driver’s License required to complete the essential functions of the position.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, bend, lift, carry, and push heavy items. The employee is frequently required to stand; reach with hands and arms and stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability to work outside in all weather conditions including seasonally hot or cold temperatures and inclement weather.

Salary/Wage

The salary for this position is $27/hour, full time, non-exempt.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance eligibility the first of the month following 30 days of employment (or insurance allowance if medical is waived)
• PTO begins accruing immediately (total of 120 hours per year)
• 8 hours of birthday pay on us!
• 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options available.
• 401(k) Employer match

If this is your passion and you are seeking a true work community, this is the place for you! Apply today!