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Boulder Housing Partners · 14 hours ago

Groundskeeper I

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$19/hr - $22/hr

1+ years exp

Boulder Housing Partners is seeking a Groundskeeper I to perform daily landscaping and grounds maintenance at assigned apartment communities. The role is responsible for maintaining exterior areas, ensuring safety and curb appeal, and working independently under general direction from the Maintenance Supervisor.

Real Estate

Responsibilities

Maintain trees, shrubs, flower beds, and other landscape features, including trimming, weed removal, and installing weed barriers and ground covers (e.g., rock or mulch)

Perform irrigation repairs, trash removal, and landscape projects such as clearing overgrown areas and planting shrubs, grasses, and flowers

Complete seasonal tasks, including leaf removal, mulching, irrigation start-up/shut-down, and storm cleanup

Regularly inspect grounds to identify and report landscaping or safety concerns

Ensure proper upkeep of outdoor amenities

Safely operate landscaping tools and equipment (mowers, blowers, trimmers, irrigation systems, etc.)

Perform basic cleaning and preventative care of assigned equipment and tools

Report equipment or supply needs to supervisor

Respond to resident concerns regarding landscaping or outdoor maintenance in a timely and professional manner

Collaborate with property staff to support curb appeal initiatives, seasonal decorations, and community events

Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental guidelines, and company policies

Maintain records of work performed, inspections, and incidents

Take proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents

Use all required safety equipment and follow safety regulations, policies, and procedures

Report all accidents and damage to BHP property

Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position

Maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity; listen to concerns, evaluate issues and possible solutions, and work collaboratively with the Boulder Housing Partners team to address systemic problems

Inspire confidence and respect

Use feedback to grow and develop

Actively support and uphold BHP’s mission and values; comply with all BHP policies; optimize resources; participate in professional training and development; and adhere to attendance and workplace attire policies

Perform related duties as required by management to meet the needs of BHP

Qualification

Landscaping experienceIrrigation systemsLandscaping equipment operationPlant care knowledgeOrganizational skillsBilingual in SpanishTime-management skillsCommunication skillsSelf-starter attitude

Required

1 year of landscaping or groundskeeping experience

Strong knowledge of plant care, irrigation systems, and grounds maintenance practices

Ability to operate and maintain landscaping equipment

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with ability to balance priorities across multiple sites

Good communications skills

Ability to interact with diverse tenant population

Must possess a self-starter attitude with the ability to work with little supervision and direction

Valid Colorado driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record

Acceptable background information, including criminal background history

Preferred

Completion of trade school or apprenticeship training program (or equivalent work experience) in one or more general building trades which can include painting

Bilingual and/or proficient in Spanish