Grounds Maintenance Technician

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Grounds Maintenance Technician will be responsible for landscape upkeep in designated areas of the property that include:

• Mowing
• Weed eating
• Hedging and pruning
• Edging
• Picking up limbs and other debris
• Applying herbicide and fertilizer
• Assisting in planting Fall ryegrass
• Cleaning landscaping equipment and notifying supervisor of any mechanical issues.  

COMPETENCIES AND CHARACTERISTICS:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Works well alone.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
• Communication - Effectively communicates through verbal, written, and electronic forms.
• Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments; Represents the farm in a professional and respectful manner.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Wear appropriate PPE.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Able to see well enough to read faint or partially obscured writing or printing, with corrective lenses if needed.
• Must also be able to use a pen or pencil to write.
• Must be able to speak English in a clear and understandable voice so that various types of communications may be conducted with people of various levels of education and capabilities.
• Position involves climbing, sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, shoving, lifting, carrying, and moving objects that can weigh up to 75 lbs. This movement can occur throughout the day.
• Must be able to perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to transport oneself around the property. Must be able to drive a vehicle and possess a valid driver's license.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS :

• The working environment is outdoors. Required to perform job in all types of weather conditions.
• Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and toxic chemicals.
• The employee will be near site-specific vegetation and native species of reptiles and mammals, subjecting them to possible injury from contact or bites. Proper footwear, headgear, and maintenance attire should be worn for protection.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE :

• High school graduate and/or equivalent of education and experience required.
• Skills: Highly effective interpersonal skills, problem solving abilities and advanced communication skills a plus.
• Experience: 1-2 years in landscape 
• Personality: Must be able to effectively interact with all types of individuals, be mentally alert, detail oriented with good reasoning skills.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: 

• The employee must adhere to Company policies and procedures, which are included in the Company’s Employee Handbook.
• The candidate may be subject to undergo a pre-employment drug test (after the offer is given but before the applicant has commenced work). Random drug tests are given throughout the year.
• The employee must have a personal vehicle to travel from ranch location to local town for personal needs.