Groundskeeper Houston, TX

Position Overview

Valiant Residential is seeking Porter/Groundskeeper who is responsible for daily maintenance and care of landscaping tools and equipment (blower pressure washer etc.) and notifying the supervisor concerning issues related to grounds that would be handled by the landscaping vendor. He/she is responsible for keeping the exterior and common areas of the property clean on a daily basis. The Porter/Groundskeeper also helps with cleaning make-ready units and assisting the maintenance team as needed. The supervisor may assign additional duties as necessary.

We Are Valiant

With over 37 years of experience Valiant Residential is a next-generation property management leader uniquely attuned to the needs of property owners and residents. We are driven by a Valiant Spiritbold innovative and committed to excellencefostering prosperous partnerships and long-term success. Our team thrives on collaboration integrity and strategic thinking making a meaningful impact in the industry.

Why Work at Valiant

At Valiant Residential we dont just offer jobswe build careers. Consistently ranked as a Top Place to Work we are a leader in the property management industry driven by bold innovative professionals who make an impact.

We believe in rewarding great work with competitive total compensation and time off with comprehensive benefits including free health insurance options and 401(k) matching. Growth isnt just encouragedits expected. With career development opportunities a collaborative culture and a commitment to innovation we empower our employees to thrive.

What Youll Be Doing

• Ensure that the appearance of all property including the community office model apartment amenity areas etc. meets or exceeds Valiant Residentials standards at all times.
• Assist the team by offering support for community functions.
• Pick up litter daily.
• Sweep/blow breezeways.
• Clean areas around dumpsters.
• Clean out vacant apartments.
• Clean mail room pool areas laundry room etc.
• Assist with pool maintenance.
• Water plants as needed.
• Maintain the sprinkler system.
• Use insecticides fertilizers and herbicides as needed.
• Mow and trim lawns.
• Reseed lawns and replant if necessary.
• Properly stake trees.
• Correctly prune trees and shrubs.
• Weed lawns and all other planted areas.
• Make drainage corrections.
• Replace breezeway light bulbs.
• Assist with distributing notices.
• Assist in make-readies and other maintenance work as directed

• Minimum one year of full-time related experience.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills in English to effectively interact with team members residents vendors and other stakeholders. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• Willingness to perform all required tasks.
• Demonstrate knowledge of work safety habits.
• Ability to professionally represent the company.
• Maintain a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Able to work on call (as necessary and/or when an emergency arises) and extended hours (including after-hours and weekends).
• Attention to detail - meticulous.
• Ability to organize & prioritize work.
• Social skills to interact with residents.
• Self-motivated; ability to work individually and on a team.
• Any other projects as directed.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit stand climb stoop and remain at a desk for a period of up to 8 hours or more if needed.
• Must be able to walk the property for a period of up to 8 hours (or more) in various weather conditions.
• Must have the ability to climb stairs for purposes of showing properties to prospective tenants.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. as needed.

If you have a Valiant Spiritbold driven and ready to make an impactwe want you on our team.

Third-Party Submissions & Staffing Agencies

Valiant Residential does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters for any posted positions. Any unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Valiant Residential and no placement fees will be paid. All official recruiting communications from Valiant Residential will come from an @ email address. If you receive outreach from a different email domain claiming to represent us please verify the legitimacy of the communication before responding.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodation Statement

Valiant Residential is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions participate in the hiring process and enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to perform your job please contact Requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws.