Groundskeeper - Rocket Pointe

Curb appeal is a leasing tool. Prospects form their first impression before they ever reach the leasing office, and a well-kept exterior can move someone from "maybe" to "yes" faster than any concession. The Groundskeeper at Rocket Pointe in Durango, CO is the person who makes that first impression count, every single day.

What the Role Actually Looks Like

This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position running 9 AM to 6 PM. The work is physical and outdoor-focused, which means you're out there in Durango's weather year-round, whether that's a clear Colorado morning or a February cold snap. Prior experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, facilities work, or janitorial is required.

Day-to-day, you're keeping the community's common areas, parking lots, breezeways, hallways, and laundry rooms clean and presentable. Trash and debris pickup, manicured landscaping, and maintaining the kind of curb appeal that holds occupancy. You'll also handle light cleaning and prep work ahead of resident move-ins, track cleaning supply inventory, and occasionally assist the office team with door notices. The ability to lift 25 pounds and operate light equipment comes with the territory.

Olympus has been recognized as a National Apartment Association Top Employer three consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2025), and the benefits package reflects that. Compensation starts at $20 to $22 per hour depending on experience and location, with monthly bonuses available. The full package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, an apartment rental allowance, pet insurance, short and long-term disability, and a sabbatical program.

What Sets Strong Candidates Apart

Grounds roles at apartment communities often get treated as interchangeable, but the people who thrive in them tend to share a few specific traits. Attention to detail matters more than most applicants expect. A property that looks sharp on a Tuesday morning but has overflowing trash receptacles by Thursday afternoon is not actually well-maintained. Consistency is the job. The candidates who stand out show up with a systems mindset, keeping a mental map of what needs attention when, and they communicate proactively with maintenance and leasing teams when something looks off.

• Demonstrated experience in landscaping, grounds care, facilities, or janitorial work
• Comfortable working outdoors across varying weather and temperature conditions
• Able to lift 25 pounds and operate standard light equipment
• Reliable and consistent with a Monday through Friday schedule
• Team-oriented and willing to support office staff when needed

Rocket Pointe sits in Durango, a market where residents have real choices and community presentation carries real weight. Olympus Property builds career paths from roles like this one, and groundskeeping experience translates directly into maintenance technician tracks for those who want to grow into broader property operations over time.