Job Scope and Purpose:
Grounds Technicians are responsible for the general upkeep and cleanliness of the entire community including but not limited to; the pool area, stairwells, Dog Park, and waste/dumpster areas.
1. Safety and Handling Hazardous Materials:
- Notify the Maintenance Manager of any changes in use of cleaning chemicals in order to be in compliance with all codes and Safety Data Sheets.
- Any chemicals in use, or not in use must be properly labeled and properly stored.
- Wear proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times while performing job duties including but not limited to; back support, eye protection, gloves, and proper attire including proper footwear.
- Wear proper identification (Francis Name Tag) at all times.
- Must complete all assigned Francis Property Management training.
- Complete and maintain CPO Certification (when required by a supervisor).
- Report any possible risks on the property including but not limited to; lights out, trip hazards, exposed wires, and pool chemical imbalances.
- Use proper lock out tag out procedures.
2. Primary Responsibilities:
- Remove all waste from the grounds, waste bins, and pet waste receptacles daily.
- Maintain grills and grill areas, including reporting any damages or parts needed to repair.
- Sweep and clean around the dumpster areas and waste compactors.
- Sweep and clean walkways including front office walkways, driveways and parking areas.
- Sweep pool areas and straighten pool furniture.
- Clean pool room, boiler room, and any supply rooms.
- Paint curbs, speed bumps, and other assist with other exterior paint needs.
- Assist with the “trash out” needs in vacant apartment homes.
- Power wash buildings, corridors, stairwells, and parking areas.
- Complete any duties assigned per the Maintenance Manager or Property Manager including but not limited to; assisting in the Preventative Maintenance program, and any
other applicable projects. • Please keep in mind this position is a “team player” position and all team members are to be responsible for the general upkeep and cleanliness of the community. IE assisting with waste pick-up.
Francis Property Management emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and delivering exceptional customer service in all professional interactions. As a representative of Francis Property Management, your positive attitude and demeanor play a significant role in shaping the customer experience and perception.
1. Physical Requirements:
- Lifting/carrying (supplies, replacement parts, ladders, etc.) over 150 lbs (less than 1%), between 75-150 lbs (1% to 33%), between 25-75 lbs (33% to 66%), between 1-25 lbs (66% to 100%).
NOTE: Lifting/carrying of weights exceeding 50 lbs is often accomplished with assistance from one or more persons. Wear Personal Protective Equipment, such as a back brace, when necessary.
- Bend/stoop/squat/kneel
- Climb stairs and ladders
- Push or pull
- Reach above shoulders
- Grasp/grip/turning and finger dexterity
- Constantly outdoors, in all weather conditions, often for extended periods of time
