Groundskeeper/Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a Groundskeeper/Maintenance Technician to help the curb maintain the property curb appeal ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, and has an eye for details. This position provides a great opportunity to work to learn and promote into a Maintenance Technician position.  Must enjoy working with people and have a passion for customer service!
 

Summary: Under the supervision and direction of the Community Manager, 

The Groundskeeper is responsible for daily removal of litter and debris from all areas of the property (areas include: laundry rooms, dumpster area, recreation areas, parking, general grounds, and walkways to, from and in between buildings. Specific responsibilities include:

Complete grounds work, which include picking up trash, sweeping curbs, and maintain areas around the dumpster 

Assist with various physical tasks as directed (i.e. tearing down fences, digging trenches, etc.) 

Assist Maintenance with vacant apartment are make ready per the Monroe Group standards 

Distribute resident communications as directed. 

Trash out vacated apartments (remove abandoned furniture, trash, boxes, etc.) 

Performs other related duties as assigned by Community Manager or Maintenance Technician 

Maintain a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner so that you can get along with co-workers, residents, customers, vendors, and management. 

Where is the job located?  Houston, TX

Why join the Monroe Team? Monroe Group is one of the country's fastest-growing affordable housing management companies with a portfolio of 80+ affordable communities, 8,000 units in Twenty-six (26) States, and growing. Affordable Housing Finance magazine ranked Monroe's sister company, Steele Properties, the #8 affordable housing redeveloper in the nation (May/June 2020). We believe in building Teams, each voice is heard and valued! 

Great benefits! Monroe Group offers medical, dental, and vision insurance including a Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account. We provide company-paid life insurance along with short and long-term disability insurance options, 11 paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and a 401k program with a 4% company match.  The pay range is based on experience between $18.50 to $19.50 per hour. 

REQUIREMENTS for consideration are:

• Must be able to work assigned hours as scheduled 
• Must be able to use hand tools 
• Must be able to complete tasks in a timely manner. 
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Working knowledge of building maintenance preferred 

Additional Information:

· The work schedule is Monday-Friday

· Valid driver’s license and vehicle is required

· Employment with Monroe Group is contingent upon the successful completion of background check ***