Groundskeeper

Aerotek

2713 W Cucharras St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Real Estate

Full Time

Job Description

Job DescriptionGroundskeeper

Location: Downtown Colorado Springs, CO

Schedule: Full-Time

Pay: $17-$20/hr based on relevant experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Groundskeeper to help maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of a commercial property in downtown Colorado Springs. This position is responsible for the daily upkeep of outdoor common areas, landscaping, building exteriors, and surrounding grounds. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining a clean environment, and is comfortable performing general labor and basic maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect building entrances, sidewalks, parking lots, patios, loading areas, bridges, and exterior grounds daily.
Pick up litter, empty outdoor trash receptacles, sweep walkways, and maintain a clean and welcoming appearance throughout the property.
Remove leaves, weeds, debris, snow, and ice using hand tools and approved equipment.
Assist with landscaping activities including mowing, trimming, edging, planting, watering, and mulching.
Monitor landscaping and irrigation systems for leaks, damage, standing water, or other issues and report concerns promptly.
Clean exterior doors, door frames, windows, signage, and other building surfaces as assigned.
Perform basic maintenance duties after training, including changing light bulbs, touch-up painting, tightening hardware, and minor repairs.
Complete work orders and accurately document completed tasks, materials used, and property concerns.
Support engineers, vendors, and contractors with projects, deliveries, setup, cleanup, and property access as needed.
Operate tools, ladders, vehicles, and equipment safely while maintaining them in good working condition.
Provide excellent customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and team members.
Report safety hazards and assist with maintaining a safe work environment.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall property operations.

QualificationsRequired Skills

General labor experience
Landscaping or grounds maintenance knowledge
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities
Experience using hand tools and power tools
Basic building maintenance skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, janitorial, maintenance, construction, or related fields
Ability to follow directions and learn new procedures quickly
Basic communication, measurement, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable using a smartphone or mobile device for work orders and communication
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year.
Comfortable working around dirt, debris, trash, and other outdoor maintenance conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
Availability to assist with early-morning or after-hours snow and ice removal when scheduled.

Why Join Our Team?

Stable, full-time opportunity with a respected property management team
Supportive work environment focused on teamwork and reliability
Opportunities to learn new skills and grow within the organization
Variety in daily responsibilities and hands-on work
Make a visible impact by helping maintain a clean, safe, and attractive property

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in your work, and are looking for an opportunity to build your skills in property maintenance and grounds care, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.