Groundskeeper - Olympus at Memorial

Curb appeal is the first impression a community makes, and at a property like Olympus at Memorial, that impression matters before a prospect even steps out of their car. The Groundskeeper role here is straightforward work, but it's foundational. Traffic starts outside, and a clean, well-maintained exterior tells residents and prospects everything about how the property is operated.

What the Work Looks Like

The schedule runs Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM, which is a reasonable structure for this type of role. You'll spend the majority of your time outdoors maintaining the grounds, common areas, parking lots, breezeways, laundry rooms, and hallways. Trash and debris pickup is a daily constant. You'll also handle light cleaning and minor prep work ahead of resident move-ins, keep tabs on cleaning supply inventory, and occasionally assist the leasing office with door notices. The ability to lift 25 pounds and operate light equipment is required. Prior experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, facilities, or janitorial work is expected coming in.

Houston summers are no joke, and this role will have you working through them. That's worth saying plainly. If outdoor work in heat and humidity doesn't suit you, this one probably isn't the right fit. If it does, you'll find steady, consistent work with a defined schedule and a team around you.

What Olympus Brings to the Table

Olympus Property has held a spot on the National Apartment Association's Top Employer list three consecutive years running. That's not an accident. The benefits package here is more comprehensive than you'd typically see for a groundskeeper position, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, disability coverage, and an apartment rental allowance. There's also a monthly bonus structure for eligible team members on top of the $17.00 hourly starting rate.

Olympus talks about career pathing, and in our industry, groundskeeper and porter roles are often where solid maintenance careers begin. Team members who show up consistently, learn the property, and build relationships with the maintenance staff frequently move into make-ready or maintenance tech roles over time. It's a legitimate starting point, not a dead end.

• Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM
• Starting pay at $17.00 per hour with monthly bonus eligibility
• Prior grounds, landscaping, facilities, or janitorial experience required
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and operate light equipment