Resident Services Technician I - 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.

What Makes Someone SOAR in This Role? 

• Positive Attitude: Enthusiastic, passionate, and driven within their day-to-day operations. 

• Willingness to Learn: Eager to grow skills with hands-on training. 

• People Service & Customer-Focused: Daily commitment to providing excellent service by embracing our Live It culture of kindness, community and connection. 

• Reliable: A dependable presence for the community and team. 

Work Schedule & Availability Groundskeepers work Monday through Friday, with standard office hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This role may also require participation in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies and occasional support for resident events, as needed. 

Hawthorne’s Total Rewards Package |Compensation and Benefits  

Groundskeeper – Specific Benefits: Groundskeepers are eligible for a monthly renewal bonus program in addition to their hourly compensation.

Professional Benefits: Groundskeeper Today – Maintenance Technician I Tomorrow!  

Our Career Path Program is offered to all of our employees. When you start at Hawthorne, we want to see you succeed and grow with us - that is why our Learning and Development team is committed to your career growth.

Personal Benefits 

• Free Dental Insurance  

• Comprehensive and Affordable Plans for Medical and Vision Coverage  

• Health and Wellness Incentives  

• 401k Retirement Match Program  

• Paid time off including your birthday! 

• Paid sick time off 

• Pet Insurance Plans  

• Paid Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave Options  

• Telehealth – Access to Doctors 24/7/365  

• Company Paid Life Insurance  

• Retirement Planning  

Hawthorne is an Equal Opportunity Employer.