Grounds Management Technician

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Full-time

Full Job Description

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY :

The Grounds Management Technician position encompasses a wide range of duties for commercial property(s). The Associate is responsible for the care of assets managed by the firm. We expect maintaining the highest professional standards when you perform your assigned duties and responsibilities. Our success as a business entity is directly related to the quality of the services we provide. Your contact with tenants, prospective tenants, owners, and vendors is guided by these standards including positive, supportive, friendly behavior and service.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS/CORE TASKS :

• Assists with preventative maintenance tasks and work order management for the assigned properties
• Remove litter, debris, and weeds from walkways, parking lots and green spaces
• Clear snow and ice from sidewalks
• Inspect grounds for safety hazards and report accordingly
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order
• Perform minor repairs to as directed by management
• Completes timely, accurate production of all required paperwork and reporting
• Works closely with contractors, vendors, and the Property Management teams

• May perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE :

• High school education or GED required
• Valid driver's license
• Meets company Motor Vehicle operator criteria

LENGTH/KIND OF EXPERIENCE :

• Maintenance and groundskeeping experience is preferred.

PERFORMANCE SKILLS :

• Ability and desire to learn
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Ability and willingness to work safely in all weather conditions and/or at all local market locations
• Ability to assist and train other associates as needed
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively
• Ability to display a professional image and attitude
• Ability to gain the respect of other maintenance associates
• Ability to interact, coordinate, and manage outside vendors and contractors
• Ability to perform and/or assist with special projects
• Ability to perform general computer functions, including email
• Ability to perform on-call duties as required
• Ability to remain calm in an emergency situation
• Ability to use good judgment and make sound decisions
• Ability to work with little or no supervision in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Outstanding written/oral communication skills

TECHNICAL SKILLS :

• Ability to utilize Work Order system

WORK Environment

• Travel Requirements related to essential functions (frequency, distance, purpose).

• Must be able to work on-call when needed. Must be able to drive to different site locations

• Ability to safely use handheld power tools used in the repair and maintenance of building components and systems

• Work inside and outside buildings and in various conditions

• Physical effort required in performing daily duties, e.g. heavy lifting (up to 50lbs), bending, climbing, etc.

• Ability and willingness to climb ladders and scaffolds