Property Groundskeeper & Community Cleaner
Location: Tenino, Rainier & Yelm, WA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour (DOE)
Position Summary
Prime Locations, Inc. is seeking a dependable, energetic, and self-motivated Property Groundskeeper & Community Cleaner to help maintain the beauty, cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of multiple apartment communities located in Tenino, Rainier, and Yelm.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working both indoors and outdoors, takes pride in creating clean and attractive living environments, and enjoys hands-on work. You'll play an important role in ensuring our communities remain welcoming for current and future residents by performing groundskeeping, landscaping, cleaning, and light maintenance tasks.
Essential ResponsibilitiesCommunity Cleaning
- Clean and prepare vacant apartment homes for new residents.
- Maintain the cleanliness of laundry rooms, hallways, stairwells, breezeways, entryways, and other common areas.
- Clean community amenities and shared spaces.
- Empty trash receptacles and maintain waste collection areas.
- Remove litter, debris, and pet waste throughout each property.
Groundskeeping & Landscaping
- Mow lawns, edge sidewalks, trim shrubs, and assist with seasonal landscaping.
- Plant flowers, maintain landscape beds, and care for trees and shrubs.
- Water plants and landscaping using irrigation systems as directed.
- Operate landscaping equipment including lawn mowers, string trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, and other power tools safely and efficiently.
- Sweep sidewalks, breezeways, parking lots, curbs, and other walking areas.
- Help maintain hardscape features including walkways, patios, and retaining walls.
- Assist with snow and ice removal during winter weather when necessary.
- Apply fertilizers or pesticides following company safety procedures when assigned.
- Maintain the overall curb appeal of each community.
Property Maintenance Support
- Assist the Maintenance Technician with general property upkeep.
- Perform minor maintenance tasks as assigned.
- Help prepare apartments for move-ins.
- Conduct routine inspections of the property and promptly report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or property damage.
- Complete special projects assigned by the Property Manager.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, janitorial services, apartment maintenance, or related outdoor work is preferred but not required.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining attractive communities.
- Basic mechanical knowledge of landscaping equipment and power tools preferred.
- Experience operating or troubleshooting irrigation systems is a plus.
- Knowledge of plants, landscaping, and horticulture is beneficial.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record preferred.
- Reliable transportation to travel between the Tenino, Rainier, and Yelm communities.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work including walking, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, mowing, and working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
- Takes pride in producing quality work.
- Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Is dependable and punctual.
- Notices the little details that make a big difference.
- Can prioritize tasks and work with minimal supervision.
- Communicates well with coworkers, residents, and management.
- Enjoys working outdoors and staying active.
Schedule
- Full-Time
- Monday through Friday
- Occasional overtime or schedule adjustments may be required based on business needs.
Compensation & Benefits
- $18.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on experience.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Paid Holidays.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for eligible employees).
- 401(k) with Company Match (for eligible employees).
- Opportunities for training, advancement, and career growth within a growing property management company.
Why Join Prime Locations?
At Prime Locations, we believe our residents deserve communities they are proud to call home. Every clean walkway, freshly mowed lawn, and beautifully maintained common area helps create that experience. If you enjoy hands-on work, appreciate seeing the results of your efforts each day, and want to be part of a supportive team that values hard work and reliability, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us create communities our residents are proud to call home!
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
