Cortland
Groundskeeper
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“Groundskeeper at Cortland. Skills: Property grounds maintenance, Common area cleaning, Safety hazard identification. Maintain property grounds. Perform daily cleaning of common areas”
What You'll Achieve.
Maintain attractive environment; Maintain clean environment; Maintain welcoming environment; Ensure well-maintained setting; Ensure high-quality setting; Contribute to curb appeal; Contribute to safety; Contribute to resident satisfaction
Industry & Context.
Physically demanding tasks, Working outdoors, Working in various weather conditions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, Work outdoors in various weather conditions, Basic understanding of cleaning methods, Basic understanding of tools, Basic understanding of safe material handling, Ability to communicate effectively
Nice to Have
Previous experience in groundskeeping, Previous experience in landscaping, Previous experience in custodial work, Previous experience in a related field, Willingness to learn cleaning methods, Willingness to learn tool usage, Willingness to learn safe material handling
What You'll Do.
Maintain property grounds
Perform daily cleaning of common areas
Perform routine deep-cleaning tasks
Perform seasonal deep-cleaning tasks
Pick up trash and debris
Dispose of trash properly
Assist with general maintenance tasks
Support maintenance team with service requests
Provide support during resident events
Provide support during community functions
Provide support during onsite activities
Identify safety hazards
Report safety hazards
Identify maintenance issues
Report maintenance issues
Identify areas needing attention
Report areas needing attention
Follow all safety procedures
Maintain equipment in proper working condition
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Contribute to team-focused environment
Communication Scope
Communicate effectively with residents; Communicate effectively with team members
Full Job Description
At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment. Role Overview As a Groundskeeper, you play a key role in maintaining an attractive, clean, and welcoming environment throughout the community. You are responsible for the general upkeep and appearance of the property’s outdoor and indoor common areas, ensuring that residents, visitors, and team members always experience a well‑maintained, high‑quality setting. Your work directly contributes to the community’s curb appeal, safety, and overall resident satisfaction. • Maintain the property grounds in a clean, orderly, and visually appealing condition at all times. • Perform daily cleaning of interior and exterior common areas, including routine and seasonal deep‑cleaning tasks as needed. • Pick up trash, debris, and litter throughout the property and dispose of it properly on a daily basis. • Assist with general maintenance tasks and support the maintenance team with service requests when needed. • Provide support during resident events, community functions, and onsite activities. • Identify and report any safety hazards, maintenance issues, or areas needing attention to the appropriate team members. • Follow all safety procedures and maintain equipment in proper working condition. Qualifications • Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, custodial work, or a related field preferred but not required. • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, walking, and working outdoors in various weather co
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