Landscape Technician

Landscape Technicians at Whitewater work in small crews to ensure an attractively landscaped and carefully maintained facility. Technicians can either be hired as full-time, benefits-eligible employees or part-time employees and report directly to the Landscaping and Grounds Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Whitewater grounds by maintaining the appearance of hardscapes such as: roads, curbs, and gutters, parking lots, walkways, stairs, fences, retaining walls and stormwater structures. Also maintaining and improving softscapes such as: turf and ornamental plants, gardens, landscape beds, natural areas, and water retention areas.
• Assist other departments, facility crews and contractors with maintenance and projects onsite.
• Ensure the safety of guests while performing tasks with landscape equipment such as blowers, trimmers, and mowers.
• Work as a member of a small team and individually to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors for sustained periods of time under varying weather conditions.
• Maintain availability to work evenings, weekends, and holiday work as required.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Experience in mowing and landscape maintenance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work outdoors for sustained periods of time under varying weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently.
• Able to lift and carry at least 75 pounds over various terrain.
• Able to sit or stand on mowing equipment for prolonged periods of time.

Benefits

• Access to the Whitewater Center’s pass activities
• Staff discount program and pro deals
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
• 401k

Overview of Department

The Facilities Department is responsible for facility maintenance, stormwater management, construction, and landscaping. The department oversees inspections, repairs, maintenance, and safety of the Whitewater Center’s activities and...