Landscaping Grounds Technician

Description: Job Summary: ================

The grounds worker performs landscaping tasks using power equipment and hand tools to maintain the facility’s grounds with the guidance of a supervisor and the grounds team.

Duties/ Responsibilities

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• Mow lawns, edge sidewalks, trim weeds, and rake leaves to maintain campus grounds.
• Pick up and remove trash and debris before mowing designated areas.
• Empty trash and recycling containers throughout campus.
• Trim and maintain bushes, shrubs, hedges, and ornamental plants.
• Plant flowers, trees, and shrubs, and assist with seasonal landscape projects.
• Prune trees and remove brush and debris as needed.
• Apply fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides as directed.
• Perform weed control and maintain landscape beds and mulch areas.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on mowers, trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, and other landscaping equipment.
• Assist with loading and transporting materials and supplies.
• Support campus events with table and chair setups and furniture moves.
• Help maintain athletic fields and outdoor common areas.
• Assist with large projects and support other Operations Department teams as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements: Required Skills/Abilities: ------------------------------

• Ability to operate various types of power equipment, including lawnmowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment
• Ability to use hand tools required for landscaping
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments on time
• Ability to work independently at times
• Must have excellent time management and interpersonal skills
• Must have excellent communication skills

Education and Experience

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• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience preferred
• On-the-job training offered

Physical Requirements

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