Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

Work Type: Full Time or Part Time

Status: Non Exempt- Hourly

Company Description: Fitch Irick Corporation, based in Charlotte, NC has over 30 years of experience in the affordable housing development and property management field.  Fitch Irick is knowledgeable in the complexity of regulations with Rural Development, HUD, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Programs.  Fitch Irick currently manages 12,000 units in 250 properties throughout the southeastern United States with multiple layers of programs and funding sources designed to better communities by providing quality affordable housing to residents in need.

Company Statement: We make a positive difference in the world one resident at a time by utilizing local, state, and federal tax-advantaged programs to enhance communities via the acquisition, development, and management of quality affordable housing.

Description of Job: The Groundskeeper is responsible for the day-to-day cleaning and maintenance of outdoor areas. 

Job Duties/Skills:

• Clean and maintain property including basic lawn and garden care, maintenance and basic repair of sprinkler or watering systems, maintenance and basic repair of outdoor lighting and fencing, and maintenance of gardens, lawns, landscaping, and trash receptacles.
• Cleans, sweeps, and picks up any debris and trash on property.
• Observe all fair housing rules and regulations and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Assure needed reporting is done with accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the care and inventory of all supplies and equipment owned by the company.
• Reports any maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Inspects and reports any lighting outages (interior or exterior) to supervisor.
• Operate within OSHA and company standards.
• Any other tasks as assigned by the employee’s supervisor/manager and/or in accordance with business needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: None required
• Physical Abilities: This is a labor intensive position with frequent bending/stooping/standing, exposure to chemicals and the elements, frequent lifting of 20 pounds, occasional lifting of 50 pounds, ability to walk over multiple types of surfaces.
• Interpersonal Abilities: Teamwork, integrity

Special Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Infrequent travel up to 10%

Why Join the Fitch Irick Team?

• Helping those in need in your own community.
• Industry-leading insurance benefits for our full-time team members including:
  • High quality health insurance with multiple plans to fit your needs
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short Term and Long Term disability
  • Accident, Hospitalization, Life, and AD&D coverages
  • Pet Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Floating Paid Holiday of choice
• A generous Employee Assistance Plan for you and your immediate household.
• A winning culture that rewards quality work and celebrates important milestones in your career and in your life.