Groundskeeper

POSITION SUMMARY:Maintain all common areas and grounds of the community in a clean, attractive condition.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Keep property in"inspection-ready"condition at all times.Inspect the overall cleanliness of the community each morning, including all public and common areas.Keep streets and curbs free of debris and monitored throughout the day.Remove trash; ensure that all trash chutes are clean and smell fresh.Run the trash compactor every morning and throughout the day as needed, as well as on Saturdays when required by the property. Keep pad area clean.Prepare for monthly landscaping"grounds walks"paying special attention to grounds and picnic areas.Empty trash in all common areas, if applicable.Ensure the Leasing Office parking lot and front entrance are kept neat and clean at all times.Test the pool/spa chemical levels and record readings on the record log daily.Neatly arrange pool furniture and sweep/clean decks as needed.Maintain a clean and orderly pump room.Keep grills in the picnic area clean and equipped with wire brushes. Replace lava rock as needed.Rake gravel in the picnic area regularlyCheck the condition of hoses and nozzles in the car wash area as needed.Clean car vacuum as needed.Keep breezeways free of debris and cobwebs, and clean lights daily.Record the date each building is cleaned on the Building Maintenance Log.Keep building entrances clean daily.Remove snow and ice in inclement weather and keep sidewalks and building access free of hazards, as applicable.Assist CSM in various maintenance functions to ensure the smooth operation of the property.Check with Leasing Office periodically throughout the day for items to deliver to residents.Report any problems that need management attention.Must secure Maintenance equipment in locked room at end of each day and/or while not being used during breaks etc.Other projects and duties as requested.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to use various hand tools and test equipment.Must be able to bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods of time.Must be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds on wheels.Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds.Must be able to climb ladders of up to 40 feet in height.Must be able to use a hand-truck.SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:As part of the daily maintenance routine, it may be required to move appliances from one apartment unit to another apartment unit on opposite ends of the property. The appliance may have to be transferred by means of a hand truck up one to three flights of steps. These appliances will range in weight from 75 to well over 300 pounds.Commercial laundry rooms are equipped with single washing machines and/or stacked (double) clothes dryers, which will be required to move in order to repair and perform preventative maintenance. These machines range in weight from 120 to 300 pounds.On occasion, it may be required to move furniture from one model unit to another or move furniture items in a resident's apartment to accomplish certain repairs or to correct flood damage. This may require that items be moved that weigh several pounds to over 300 pounds.On occasion, maintenance may be involved in repairs to the building structure. It may be required to move or transport a number of different building type materials weighing several pounds to over 300 pounds.At certain times it will be required to perform maintenance on special equipment (i.e., exercise equipment, gas grills, golf carts, car washes, amenity areas, and security gates). All of these functions require different physical exertion and their weight depends on the particular equipment (usually in excess of 100 pounds).It will be required to perform certain resident service functions or make upgrades to the apartment home. An example would be to install lighting or ceiling fans. Both duties would require the work to be done using a step ladder while lifting.CUSTOMER SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIESA complete clean and neat uniform and nametag must be worn when working on any Pegasus Property including nights and weekends, if applicable. Personal appearance must be clean and neat at all times, according to Pegasus policyCommunicate with residents and prospects in a manner consistent with Pegasus standardsAddress all resident requests and complaints in an open, professional manner.Receive resident complaints in a calm, open, and professional mannerSolve problems quickly, within 24 hours, and notify supervisor for immediate assistanceCoordinate, set up, attend and clean up after resident functions (food, tables, display areas, etc.) as requested by the Community Manager.The above statements reflect the general information considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements, which may be inherent in the position.