Allen Edwin Homes is looking for a hardworking, dependable Property Management and Grounds Maintenance Associate to join our Development & Property Management (DPM) team in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This hands-on position is ideal for individuals with experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, construction, property maintenance, equipment operation, or land development who enjoy working outdoors and taking pride in their work.
As one of the Midwest's leading new home builders, Allen Edwin Homes is committed to creating attractive, safe, and well-maintained new home communities. Our Development & Property Management team plays an essential role throughout the homebuilding process, from initial land development and active construction to completed homes and established neighborhoods.
Why Join Allen Edwin Homes' Kalamazoo Property Management Team?
At Allen Edwin Homes, property management is about more than maintaining grounds. Our team helps create the first impression of our communities, supports construction operations, and ensures our neighborhoods reflect the quality and standards our homeowners expect.
A few things that set Allen Edwin Homes apart include
- Recognized as one of the Top 100 home builders in the United States by BUILDER Magazine, ranking No. 67 on the 2026 Builder 100 list
- Recipient of multiple 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards
- An established homebuilder with communities throughout Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio
- Opportunities to develop valuable skills in landscaping, construction, land development, and equipment operation
- Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced field leadership
- Varied responsibilities throughout the year, from summer landscaping and community maintenance to winter construction support and snow management
- Opportunities to work alongside construction, land development, and property management professionals
- A team environment that values safety, accountability, problem solving, and attention to detail
- The opportunity to make a visible impact on the appearance, safety, and overall quality of new home communities
What You'll Do
As a Tier II Property Management Associate, you will work closely with the Tier I Foreman to maintain and improve Allen Edwin Homes communities throughout the Kalamazoo area. This field-based position combines grounds maintenance, landscaping, construction support, seasonal operations, and equipment management.
You will learn the communities we service, develop the skills needed to perform seasonal tasks independently, and help train temporary winter team members to support ongoing operations.
Key responsibilities may include
- Maintaining clean, safe, attractive, and professional new home communities
- Performing landscaping, lawn care, weed trimming, leaf removal, and general grounds maintenance
- Operating lawn mowers, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, power washers, and occasional heavy equipment
- Supporting stormwater management, soil erosion prevention, and sediment control
- Managing seasonal winter tasks, including ground heating, snow removal, ice management, and winter construction preparation
- Completing small construction projects such as fencing, retaining walls, and mailbox installation
- Assisting with land development projects and active construction site maintenance
- Setting up, operating, and troubleshooting water pumps and site dewatering systems
- Completing community cleanup and site appearance improvements
- Installing and maintaining landscaping throughout new home communities
- Coordinating with concrete contractors during winter and landscaping contractors during summer
- Safely hauling trailers, materials, cargo, and equipment
- Performing equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic small engine repairs
- Assisting with customer service, warranty work, and follow-up requests
- Training and supporting temporary winter employees
- Identifying and resolving field challenges efficiently and safely
- Communicating with supervisors and team members through phone, email, and text
- Submitting weekly timesheets, monthly expense reports, and mileage logs
Who We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, safety conscious, and comfortable performing physical work in an outdoor environment. Candidates with previous experience in landscaping, property maintenance, groundskeeping, construction labor, hardscaping, equipment operation, or land development are encouraged to apply.
Strong candidates are
- Hardworking, reliable, and motivated to deliver quality results
- Comfortable working outdoors in changing Michigan weather conditions
- Experienced with landscaping tools, power equipment, and general grounds maintenance
- Knowledgeable about basic construction, site maintenance, and seasonal property management
- Capable of safely operating equipment and hauling trailers
- Mechanically inclined with basic equipment maintenance and repair skills
- Able to identify problems and develop practical solutions in the field
- Committed to workplace safety and environmental compliance
- Organized, adaptable, and able to manage changing daily priorities
- Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with a team
- Professional when communicating with homeowners, contractors, and coworkers
- Interested in expanding their skills and taking on additional responsibilities
Required Qualifications
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions
- Valid Michigan driver's license
- Current Michigan chauffeur's license or ability to obtain one immediately upon hire
- Ability to obtain Michigan Certified Storm Water Operator certification within 90 days of hire
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