Landscape Technician I

Salary Level 2

Full-Time

Non-Exempt

Typical Hiring Range: $18.45/hr. to $23.07/hr.

Position Summary (Primary Function)

Responsible for performing grounds maintenance and landscaping.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Individual will participate in safety programs and safety training, and have total commitment, and compliance with all company safety and environmental policies.
• Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• This individual is responsible for becoming progressively more knowledgeable in their assigned tasks, procedures, techniques and required tools in order to maximize efficiency.
• Daily cleanup of grounds, and roadway; remove trash, limbs, and debris.
• Maintain/install irrigation systems including pipe repair, head replacement, and controls.
• Trim, and prune trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants. Remove dead, diseased, or fallen trees.
• Remove fallen leaves, and limbs.
• Mow grass, edge, and install/place mulch in all areas not maintained by contractor.
• Apply herbicides, pesticides, chemicals, and fertilizers.
• Plant/install trees, shrubs, and flowers as directed by supervision.
• Assist with maintenance of roadways, airfield, brush clearing, erosion control, pavement repair, and fence repair.
• Performs prep work, and painting of various facility items, including but not limited to planters, bollards, floors, walls and equipment.
• Assist with snow and ice removal activities.
• Performs other duties necessary to keep the airport attractive and operating safely.
• Responsible for setting an effective work pace, and for minimizing interruptions in the completion of tasks.
• Will be required to work without direct supervision in an effective and safe manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

* High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience Requirements

* This position requires one (1) year experience in landscape maintenance, or related field o...