Grounds Technician | Luxury Apartments

Looking for a rewarding career? EPC Real Estate Group is now hiring for Grounds Technicians (Make-Ready / Grounds focus) in both Leawood, KS, and in South Overland Park, KS . We're looking for an energetic and hard-working Grounds Technician who wants to be part of the best team in the apartment business. At EPC, we're committed to creating a workplace culture that's both supportive and engaging. If you're ready to join a winning team, apply today, and let's build something great together!

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for efficiently performing all necessary maintenance for the apartment community and assisting the Maintenance Supervisor with organizing the maintenance programs of the property. Provide timely and courteous responses to resident service requests. Perform routine groundskeeping, amenity and common area maintenance, make-ready turns, applicable pool maintenance, and all other general maintenance. Responsibilities 1. Upkeep of the community grounds and common areas. 2. Understand and follow daily work instructions according to the schedule, and apply sound judgment to operate equipment safely and prevent problems. 3. Inventory supplies and notify management of shortages and goods to be ordered. 4. Apartment turnover make-ready process. 5. Be able to effectively communicate with residents, staff, and other suppliers or vendors to ensure safe operation of property maintenance. 6. Operate equipment to perform landscaping duties such as weed eaters, garden tractors, blowers, hedge trimmers, and various hand tools in accordance with approved operating guidelines and safety procedures. 7. Maintain structural integrity of buildings by performing exterior building maintenance. Exterior maintenance may include, but is not limited to: painting, cleaning gutters and downspouts, and maintaining the grounds to ensure a clean environment. 8. Lift and carry materials and equipment throughout work areas using appropriate equipment. 9. Maintain tools and equipment in proper working order by performing preventative maintenance as needed. 10. Properly utilize safety equipment and gear. 11. Perform snow removal duties on a seasonal basis when required by the property. 12. Communicate equipment problems or malfunctions to management immediately. 13. Operate applicable company golf cart(s) safely to perform errands and transport materials, if required by the property. 14. Follow all written and verbal instructions 15. Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in training sessions, manuals, and guidelines. 16. Must have access to reliable transportation. Must have an effective communication system available to contact the property or staff after hours. 17. Report resident concerns to management. 18. Works on-call, overtime, weekends, and holidays, as required. 19. Perform other related duties as assigned. Skills Oral Communication Skills Written Communication Skills Reading Skills Visual Skills Resident Relations Sound Judgment Professionalism Time Management Organization Physical Dexterity Skills Manual Dexterity Skills Physical Requirements Frequently lifts and carries up to 45 pounds (e.g., a 5-gallon paint can). Occasionally lifts and carries up to 80 pounds (e.g., a bag of concrete). Pushes and/or pulls using an appliance dolly up to 200 pounds. Moves objects from one floor to another. Frequently bends/stoops, climbs stairs, kneels, balances, reaches above shoulder height, walks, and twists. Has a normal range of vision, hearing, and speech. Equipment & Materials Used General Hand Tools Appliance Dolly A/C gauges and cleaning chemicals Welding torch Electric power tools Ladders, including extension ladders Recovery unit Gas and electric-powered chainsaws May be required to provide own tools Environmental Demands Indoors 75%, Outdoors 25%

Education/Training Degree:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience Prior service experience preferred. CPO/LPO and

HVAC EPA

Level I preferred.

Additional Requirements:

Monday-Friday schedule with an emergency maintenance on-call rotation requirement. Employee must have reliable transportation to commute to the designated employment location. Timely and regular attendance is required. Employees must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules, and procedures of the company, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or writing) to employees. EPC Core Values Driven to Lead, Not Follow Bring Your Best, Every Time Do the Right Thing Even When Nobody is Looking Be A No-Ego Doer Choose Positivity EPC Real Estate Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Base Pay:

$19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

HVAC:

1 year (Preferred) apartment or hotel maintenance: 1 year (Preferred) Pool maintenance: 1 year (Preferred) Residential painting: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required)

Work Location:

In person