Grounds Technician

The grounds technician does mowing and trimming of all lawns. Help maintain flower beds, shrubs, and trees. Operate snow removal equipment and help with the maintenance of such equipment.

• The grounds technician safely operate lawn equipment. (Tractor, ZTR mowers, gas trimmers, power-rake, edgers and etc.)
• The grounds technician will safely operate snow removal equipment (snow blowers, tractor, ZTR machine) and remove some snow by hand shoveling.
• Use a walkie-talkie unit to communicate with other staff.
• Respond to emergency needs and communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Drive a company vehicle to haul materials or to pick up parts.
• Repair lawn equipment.
• Prune trees, shrubs, and roses.
• Help properly plant trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Help operate sprinkler systems, install new systems, and repair existing system.
• Properly and safely apply fertilizer and other chemicals as needed.
• Install and remove Christmas lights using ladders and other equipment.
• Use and safely operate sprayer equipment for applying chemicals.
• Weed and maintain flower beds.
• Cultivate around trees.
• The grounds technician will maintain and service company vehicles.
• Lift, load, move, and unload resident's belongings when requested.
• When requested, change air conditioner filters and work with the filter media.
• The grounds technician will assist maintenance staff when required.
• The grounds technician will assist refurbishing staff when required.
• Follow federal, state, and organizational regulations and guidelines, including resident rights.
• Complete other job duties as assigned.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand instructions in English.
• Must have a current driver's license in good standing with the state of Kansas.
• Must have a good driving record and meet all organizational and insurance company requirements to drive company vehicles.
• Must have a chemical applicator's certificate, or be willing to obtain it within 3 months.
• Possess mechanical knowledge and the ability to repair lawn and snow removal equipment.
• Possess basic knowledge and ability to operate sprinkler systems, install new systems, and repair existing system.
• Possess a working knowledge of caring for lawns, plants, shrubs and trees.