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Groundskeeper - Colony Apts.

3/13/2026

The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for ensuring the physical aspects of the community grounds meet established standards for safety and appearance, working under the direction of the Community Manager. Specific duties include working with landscapers, picking up trash, removing snow, inspecting grounds, completing exterior work orders, and assisting the maintenance team with make-ready tasks.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

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About The Company

Join a growing organization that supports and strengthens the low-income housing communities across the country. Founded in 1981, Monroe Group is a privately held corporation headquartered in Denver CO. It has grown to become one of the country’s fastest-growing affordable housing property management companies with a portfolio of more than 50 multi-unit properties with over 5,000 units in 16 states across the country serving families, seniors and persons with disabilities. Monroe Group believes that each employee contributes directly to the growth and success of the company, and that our employees are our most valuable asset. We take pride in fostering long-term relationships with our employees by providing them with competitive salaries, excellent benefits, career development and training.

About the Role

Description

Groundskeeper

$500 Sign on Bonus $1,500 Retention Bonus Available

We are seeking a Groundskeeper/Porter to help the curb maintain the property curb appeal ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, and has an eye for details. This position provides a great opportunity to work to learn and promote into a Maintenance Technician position. Must enjoy working with people and have a passion for customer service!

Summary: Under the supervision and direction of the Community Manager, this position is responsible for ensuring the overall physical aspects of the community meet the established standards for safety, appearance, of the community grounds. Specific responsibilities include:

Work with landscapers to maintain the flower beds, plants and grass
Pick up trash
Remove Snow (as applicable)
Inspect buildings and grounds for safety and cleanliness
Completes exterior work orders
Assist maintenance team with make-ready’s

Where is the job located? Columbia, SC

Why join the Monroe Team? Monroe Group is one of the country's fastest-growing affordable housing management companies with a portfolio of 90+ affordable communities, 9,000 units in Twenty-six (26) States, and growing. Affordable Housing Finance magazine ranked Monroe's sister company, Steele Properties, the #8 affordable housing redeveloper in the nation (May/June 2020). We believe in building Teams, each voice is heard and valued!

Great benefits! Monroe Group offers medical, dental, and vision insurance including a Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account. We provide company-paid life insurance along with short and long-term disability insurance options, 11 paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and a 401k program with a 4% company match. The pay rate based on experience is up to $19.00 per hour. $500 Sign-on Bonus and $1,500 Retention Bonus Available.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS for consideration are:

High School diploma or equivalent
English language proficiency (read, speak and write)
The ability to pass a full background check

Additional Information:

The work schedule is Monday-Friday
Valid driver’s license and vehicle is required
Employment with Monroe Group is contingent upon the successful completion of background check ***

Key Skills

GroundskeepingCurb Appeal MaintenanceOutdoor WorkAttention To DetailCustomer ServiceLandscaping MaintenanceTrash RemovalSnow RemovalSafety InspectionCleanliness InspectionExterior Work OrdersMaintenance AssistanceMake-Ready AssistanceDriving