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University Partners · 3 months ago

Groundskeeper/Porter

The Maxxen, State College, PA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

University Partners is seeking a Groundskeeper/Porter to maintain the cleanliness of common areas and grounds in their communities. The role involves performing minor landscaping duties, cleaning amenity areas, and assisting with maintenance tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Real Estate

Responsibilities

Providing excellent service to residents, guests, employees and contractors

Cleaning and monitoring trash receptacle locations on property

Cleaning all amenity areas including the clubhouse, model apartment, pool, sport courts and restrooms

Clearing and removing debris from community grounds, breezeways and amenity areas

Completing and assisting with minor work orders as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor

Delivering resident correspondence and packages to units as requested

Meet with Maintenance Supervisor daily to review work orders and assignments

Keep a record of hours utilizing company provided forms/software

Pickup debris and pet waste and perform inspection of all areas daily, before the office is open for business

Per schedule provided by Maintenance Supervisor, keep grounds maintained and free of debris

Maintain trash receptacles to be clean and clear, always available for residents

At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, perform pressure washing of common areas, walks and buildings

At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, perform sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal and other cleaning in interior common areas and units

Complete minor workorders as directed. Ensure 24-hour response policy

Enforce trash standards on property. Report violations to Maintenance Supervisor so notices to residents can be issued

At the direction of Maintenance Supervisor, log and maintain pool chemicals daily, according to local code

At direction of Maintenance Supervisor, maintain MSDS/OSHA/EPA logs in shop and office

Inform Maintenance Supervisor of supplies needed

Per schedule provided by Maintenance Supervisor, provide coverage of common areas on weekends and Saturday afternoon cleans

Review Preventative Maintenance Calendar on monthly basis

Attend a monthly safety meeting to stay informed of safety regulations and changes

Ensure proper equipment is kept in inventory

Keep Maintenance Supervisor updated on education and certification needs

Work with vendors during process and provide input to Maintenance Supervisor regarding vendors’ status and adherence to schedule

Complete unit punch at the direction of Maintenance Supervisor

Qualification

Grounds maintenanceBasic maintenanceCustomer serviceTime managementFollow directionsProfessional demeanorCommunication skillsTeam playerDetail-oriented

Required

High degree of neatness and respect for property and landscape combined with a willingness and desire to learn

Able to understand cleaning solution labels and use as instructed

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Ability to write simple correspondence

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions

Professional and energetic demeanor resulting from previous landscape, maintenance, or housekeeping experience

Good customer service skills

Good communication and listening skills

Able to be an effective team player and interact well with others

Organized and detail-oriented

Patient, even-tempered and works well under pressure

Effective time management skills

Able to maintain confidentiality

Able to follow directions from a supervisor

Able to understand and follow posted work rules and procedures

Able to accept constructive criticism