Job Summary
Join our dynamic grounds maintenance team and play a vital role in ensuring the outdoor spaces are safe, beautiful, and well-maintained. As a Ground Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for performing a variety of landscaping, groundskeeping, and equipment operation tasks to uphold the aesthetic and safety standards of our outdoor environments. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, utilize your technical skills, and contribute to creating inviting, functional landscapes that enhance the overall environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform landscape maintenance activities including mowing, trimming, planting, pruning, and edging to maintain healthy and attractive grounds.
- Operate groundskeeping equipment such as lawnmowers, power tools, excavators, and irrigation systems safely and efficiently.
- Manage irrigation systems to ensure proper watering schedules and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
- Conduct tree care activities including trimming, pruning, and removal while adhering to safety protocols.
- Apply pesticides and fertilizers responsibly following all safety guidelines to promote healthy plant growth.
- Execute hardscape projects such as installing or repairing pathways, retaining walls, or other outdoor structures.
- Maintain safety standards by following all safety protocols during outdoor work and equipment operation to prevent accidents or injuries.
Requirements
- Proven outdoor work experience with a strong understanding of landscape maintenance and groundskeeping practices.
- Mechanical knowledge combined with experience operating landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment.
- Familiarity with plant identification, horticulture principles, and pesticide management.
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, irrigation systems, and heavy machinery such as excavators safely.
- Knowledge of lawn care techniques including mowing, edging, aeration, and fertilization.
- Experience with tree care activities like trimming and pruning; construction experience is a plus.
- Ability to follow detailed safety protocols consistently while working outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills for maintaining equipment logs and work records.
- Valid outdoor work permit or license as required; prior snow plowing or hardscape experience is advantageous.
Join us in creating pristine outdoor environments that inspire pride! We’re committed to providing a paid position where your skills grow alongside our landscapes—empowering you to make a tangible impact every day through hard work and dedication.
Pay: From $12.77 per hour
Work Location: In person
