Groundskeeper - Cortland Prairie Creek

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><p>At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.</p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Role Overview </strong> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">As a Groundskeeper, you play a key role in maintaining an attractive, clean, and welcoming environment throughout the community. You are responsible for the general upkeep and appearance of the property’s outdoor and indoor common areas, ensuring that residents, visitors, and team members always experience a well‑maintained, high‑quality setting. Your work directly contributes to the community’s curb appeal, safety, and overall resident satisfaction.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Maintain the property grounds in a clean, orderly, and visually appealing condition at all times.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Perform daily cleaning of interior and exterior common areas, including routine and seasonal deep‑cleaning tasks as needed.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Pick up trash, debris, and litter throughout the property and dispose of it properly on a daily basis.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Assist with general maintenance tasks and support the maintenance team with service requests when needed.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Provide support during resident events, community functions, and onsite activities.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Identify and report any safety hazards, maintenance issues, or areas needing attention to the appropriate team members.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Follow all safety procedures and maintain equipment in proper working condition.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Qualifications  </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, custodial work, or a related field preferred but not required.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, walking, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Strong attention to detail with a commitment to cleanliness and property appearance.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a team‑focused environment.</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Basic understanding of cleaning methods, tools, and safe material handling (or willingness to learn).</span><br><span style="font-size: 12pt;">•    Ability to communicate effectively with residents and team members.</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>About Cortland</strong></p> <p>Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.</p> <p>Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.</p> <p> </p> <p><em>Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email [email protected]</em></p> <p><em>Cortland is a drug-free workplace.</em></p> <p><em>Cortland participates in e-verify to verify the employment status of </em><em>all persons hired to work in the United States.</em></p> <p><strong><em>California Applicant Privacy Notice</em></strong><br><em>We collect personal information from all job applicants, including identifiers (e.g., name, contact details), professional or employment information (e.g., résumé, work history, qualifications), and education information. This information is used…