Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper / Maintenance Porter Apartment Services, Inc. - Middle River, 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 • 10 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

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