Grounds Worker - Manassas, VA

Starting pay @ $20.00/hour or more, based on experience.

Management Services Corporation (MSC) is one of The Caton Companies and one of Virginia's leading property management companies. We are seeking a full time Grounds Worker to join our Grounds Team for our 795-unit Westgate Apartments and Townhomes in Manassas. The work of The Caton Companies is work that matters to our communities and to society. At MSC, we take our jobs seriously and work hard, but we like to have fun in the process.

Grounds Workers are heroes to our residents. They keep our property in tip top shape, creating a beautiful and peaceful environment for our customers. We don't underestimate the power of a nice flower bed or well-trimmed grass. Our Grounds Workers make it happen all year long!

We are growing, and we'd love to take you along for the ride. When we grow, you grow...we'll do our best to make sure of that.

Summary/Objective

To maintain all outdoor and common areas in a safe and attractive condition. The Grounds Worker is a vital component of our community's day to day impression on existing residents and prospective residents. As such the Grounds Worker is expected to maintain a high level of quality customer service and professionalism and ensure that property has the highest level of curb appeal 365 day a year for MSC Apartments.

Essential Functions

1. Physically walk the property on a frequent basis and remove litter, debris, and pet droppings from the grounds. Maintain cleanliness of all common areas, sidewalks, and adjacent to the road, and in front of office.

• Perform "trash-out" duties at vacated apartments on a daily basis. Remove all abandoned furniture, trash, and boxes. Transfer to dumpster or storage area, whichever is applicable.

3. Notify manager of any diseased, dying or dead landscape plantings.

4. Be aware of chemical or fertilizing postings and signs.

5. Clean property on regular basis. Rake, trim shrubs, shovel mud, when necessary.

6.Check and replace exterior lighting on a regular basis.

• Clean and maintain pool as directed.
• Perform routine maintenance on property as requested.
• Clean and sweep dumpster areas and all outdoor recreational areas. Transfer trash and other items left outside of dumpster into dumpster.
• Use blower to keep sidewalks, curbs and walking areas clear of loose grass and brush.
• Shovel snow, plow and salt or use ice melt, as needed. Adhere to company / site specific snow policy.
• Clean all common areas.
• Maintain awareness of proper safety precautions at all times.
• Be aware of all utility meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, sewer cleanouts.
• Wear support belt and use safety equipment (goggles, masks and gloves, etc.) as tasks dictate.
• Pressure wash sidewalks, driveways and garages as needed.
• Assist with "make-ready" duties when requested.
• Distribute resident communications, i.e. upcoming events, pest control notices, newsletters, etc.
• Perform work area clean-up and safety-related duties.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 1-hour lunch break. Some weekend work may be required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• Little or no previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed

Salary depends on skills and experience. Family-owned and family-friendly, the Caton Companies offer 401(k), excellent medical/dental coverage, Paid Time Off, as well as other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer