Landscaping Technician

Job Summary

The Landscaping Technician, working under direct supervision, is responsible to complete assigned maintenance and care of grounds and courses by operating a range of equipment and tools, including but not limited to mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, string-line trimmers, blowers, sweepers, and specialized grounds equipment. The role also performs general landscaping duties including mowing, collecting leaves, planting flowers, pond maintenance and irrigation system monitoring. The role performs snow removal tasks in the winter months. Responds timely and professionally to customer requests and complies with all safety practices and procedures. This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday with on-call weekend rotation. The role is generally first shift; however hours can vary based on weather.

Job Responsibilities

• Completes assigned maintenance and care of grounds and courses by operating a range of equipment and tools, including but not limited to mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, string-line trimmers, blowers, sweepers, snow removal equipment and specialized grounds equipment.
• Performs general landscaping duties including mowing, collecting leaves, planting flowers and pond maintenance and irrigation system monitoring.
• Responds timely and professionally to customer requests and complies with all safety practices and procedures.
• Conducts preventive/predictive maintenance processes on equipment and responds to emergency maintenance calls to expedite repairs.
• Works with vendors and external contractors to evaluate and schedule equipment repairs.
• (Golf Course Employees) Performs daily course setup tasks such as changing cups and tee service, as directed.
• Participates in snow removal operations and operates necessary equipment for snow and ice removal.
• Maintains the Company’s high standards of quality, production, cooperation, and service for employees, guests, and customers.
• Adheres to all OSHA and Company safety/training/certification standards within the specified timeframes.

Job Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in landscaping and commercial contract maintenance industry, or a related field.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and/or commensurate experience.

Licenses and Certifications

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA-10) Certification (Required within 30 days of employment)

Behavioral Competencies

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Nimble Learning

Technical Skills

• Equipment Operation and Maintenance
• Landscaping and Horticulture
• Regulatory Compliance
• Repair
• Grounds Maintenance
• Customer Service
• Environmental Practices
• Preventive Maintenance

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.