Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper  

 

At Hawthorne Residential Partners, we’re looking for dependable, motivated, and hands-on maintenance professionals who take pride in creating clean, well-maintained, and welcoming communities.  

 

We offer more than just a job, we offer a path to grow your skills, learn new trades, and build a career. You’ll work alongside a team who will support you, challenge you, and cheer you on every step of the way.  
  
Join a company where your work matters and your future is full of opportunity!  

 

Groundskeeper | Job Overview 

Groundskeepers play a vital role in creating an exceptional apartment community. As a Groundskeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness and appearance of the community’s exterior spaces. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and contributing to a clean and welcoming environment. 

Groundskeeper | Education, Experience, and License Qualifications    

Education:   

• High School or GED equivalent  

Experience:   

• Understanding and knowledge of yardwork and general facility maintenance    

• One year of maintenance, repair, or HVAC experience is preferred but not required  

Licenses & Certifications:   

• Valid Driver's License   

 

Groundskeeper | Job Functions 

Ground Responsibilities 

• Conduct thorough cleaning and pick-up of debris or trash throughout exterior areas of the property. 

• Maintain cleanliness of sidewalks, breezeways, parking lots, green spaces, and community signage areas. 

• Ensure community trash receptacles, compactor areas, and pet stations are well-maintained and free of debris or large items around the perimeter. 

• Assist with light landscaping tasks including raking, weeding, trimming, and watering as directed by the maintenance team. 

• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of pool deck areas, courtyards, grilling stations, benches, and outdoor amenities. 

Community Appearance Support 

• Assist the maintenance team with light painting of curbs, signposts, and exterior touch-ups as needed. 

• Conduct light checks around the property and replace breezeway or exterior bulbs as needed. 

• Help maintain shop and storage areas in a clean and organized manner to support quick inventory assessment. 

• Assist with preparation of vacant, unoccupied apartments with light cleaning or removal of debris as requested 

 

Additional Responsibilities 

• Assist the team with the distribution of communications to residents’ doors. 

• Assist the maintenance team with seasonal tasks including storm/snow preparation or cleanup. 

• Promote good professional relations with residents, co-workers, and company staff. Through the LIVE IT culture, always display a friendly and courteous attitude toward prospects, residents, vendors, and other employees. Always maintain professionalism.