BRES Repairs and Maintenance - Grounds Technician

The Grounds Technician is responsible for maintaining the exterior grounds, outdoor amenities, and common areas of a residential community to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, guests, and team members. This role plays an essential part in supporting curb appeal, resident experience, and daily property operations.

As an in-house role, the Grounds Technician provides a higher level of care and responsiveness and works collaboratively with Property Management and Maintenance teams.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Grounds and Exterior Maintenance

• Maintain landscaped areas including lawns, planters, trees, shrubs, and flower beds.
• Conduct routine grounds inspections and address debris, litter, and visible hazards.
• Monitor irrigation systems and report leaks, malfunctions, or seasonal adjustment needs.
• Maintain sidewalks, courtyards, patios, parking areas, garages, and outdoor amenities.
• Support snow and ice removal operations including shoveling, salting, and monitoring walkways.
• Assist with seasonal landscaping activities such as planting, mulching, pruning, and leaf removal.

Cleanliness and Site Appearance

• Maintain cleanliness of exterior common areas, entryways, and high traffic outdoor spaces.
• Empty trash and debris from common areas as needed.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness of trash rooms, dumpster enclosures, and compactor areas.
• Ensure dumpster and compactor areas are orderly, free of loose debris, and accessible for service.
• Identify and report trash related issues including overflow, damage, or safety concerns.
• Support pressure washing and deep cleaning projects as scheduled.
• Identify and report graffiti, damage, or site related concerns promptly.

Site Inspections and Safety

• Perform routine site walks to monitor cleanliness, safety, and overall property condition.
• Conduct regular lighting checks and replace light bulbs as needed in exterior areas, parking areas, garages, and interior common spaces.
• Identify and report hazards, safety concerns, or issues requiring maintenance attention.
• Monitor walkways, stairs, and common areas for trip hazards, weather related conditions, or damage.

Seasonal and Special Projects

• Assist with seasonal changeovers including winterization and spring startup.
• Support setup and breakdown for property events or special projects.
• Assist with holiday décor or seasonal displays as directed.
• Participate in property improvement projects as assigned.

Maintenance Support

• Provide general assistance to the Maintenance team as needed.
• Transport materials, tools, equipment, and furnishings as required.
• Assist with unit and common area preparation, cleanup, and turnover related tasks.
• Perform hallway and common area paint touch ups as assigned and within training and authorization.
• Perform basic repairs and operational tasks when assigned and within training and authorization.
• Report maintenance issues clearly and promptly through established processes.

OTHER DUTIES

• May also assist with general maintenance related tasks as needed.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 2-5 years’ experience in grounds or exterior maintenance, landscaping, facilities support, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while managing routine responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining property appearance.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Basic familiarity with landscaping tools and equipment or willingness to learn.
• Dependable, punctual, and team oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work weekdays, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime based on operational needs.
• Flexibility with schedule to support weather events, seasonal demands, special projects, and coverage needs.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience using landscaping equipment and outdoor power tools
• Ability to perform basic repairs or assist Maintenance as needed
• Comfort working independently in varying weather conditions

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• None

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work mostly outdoors with a variety of weather conditions. Will require some work in the buildings when supporting maintenance. Seasonal work expectations include:
• Winter: snow/ice removal, walkway safety, winterization tasks
• Spring: landscaping prep, planting, irrigation startup
• Summer: mowing, trimming, irrigation monitoring, outdoor amenity upkeep
• Fall: leaf removal, seasonal cleanup, support for property displays/events

TRAVEL

• None

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

• Landscaping tools: blowers, trimmers, edgers, rakes, shovels
• Snow removal tools: shovels, ice melt, snow blowers
• Pressure washers and outdoor cleaning tools
• Basic hand tools when supporting Maintenance (within training/scope)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical Requirements % of Work Time
• Speak and hear clearly 100%
• Lift up to 50 lbs. 75%
• Walk, stoop, kneel, bend and reach 100%
• Dexterity with hands to use lawn equipment and power tools 30%
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, snow, and other conditions due to the role’s outdoor nature. 100%

COMPENSATION

• Estimated Starting Hourly Wage: $26.00 - $27.00
• Exact starting salary is determined by merit; seniority; geographic location; education, training, and/or experience related to job duties and responsibilities
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Eligible for Overtime
• Eligible for Participation - Annual Discretionary Bonus

SAFETY ASSESMENT

• As part of the application process, candidates are required to complete the Safety Assessment (link provided below) by the company. This assessment helps evaluate alignment with the company's workplace safety requirements and conditions by asking candidates to carefully answer questions about their attitudes and opinions toward safety at work.

Safety Assessment - Please Complete