Part-time Groundskeeper

Rooted in positive transformation, Roots Management Group is an integrated manufactured housing community (MHC) investment and management company focused on increasing the availability of best-in-class housing options people can afford. Founded in 2017, we operate communities nationwide through community development, strategic capital investment, and hands-on management. Our culture is guided by our ROOTS core values—Respect, Ownership, Opportunity, Teamwork, and Sincerity—creating an environment where team members are empowered to grow, take accountability, and make a meaningful impact.

What we are looking for:

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the community. This hands-on role supports day-to-day property operations through landscaping, light maintenance, custodial work, inspections, and assistance with make-readies and work orders as needed. The ideal candidate is dependable and comfortable performing physical work in varying weather conditions while contributing to a welcoming, well-maintained environment for residents and visitors.

Responsibilities will include:

• Light handy man tasks (painting, interior and exterior upkeep, etc.)
• Perform landscaping cleanup, watering, weeding, mowing, trimming, and fertilizing
• Maintaining cleanliness of property by doing custodial work of common areas – sweeping, mopping, and trash removal
• Assisting with make readies (cleaning out homes and ensuring they are ready for the next resident to move in) (if applicable)
• Ensuring the appearance of the property is safe, neat, and welcoming
• Report Bulk trash items to management for tenant charges and assist with bulk trash removal
• Daily and weekly inspection of all common areas, homes, home-sites, and premises
• Assisting in enforcing community rules, maintaining community safety, and responding to emergencies as needed
• Following company safety standards
• Participate in work orders provided by management as needed
• Pool cleaning and light maintenance (if applicable)
• Shovel snow and operate snowplow in common areas as needed (if applicable)
• Other tasks as needed or assigned by management

Requirements and expectations:

• A valid driver’s license is required
• At least 1 year of experience in groundskeeping or landscaping
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
• A significant amount of physical activity (walking, climbing stairs or ladders, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, reaching above shoulder height, grasping, gripping, turning, or lifting) is required daily
• Comfortability and agility to crawl under homes and on top of roofs as needed
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds frequently

Schedule: Part-time, Monday through Friday 8AM-12PM

The work schedule and availability for emergency on-call duty may vary depending on the specific location/community.

Additional Information / Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• High-energy company with a friendly, supportive team environment

Benefits are offered to eligible full-time employees.

To be considered for employment, candidates must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team.

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Experience:

• Groundskeeping: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person