Ground Maintenance Technician - Level I

Ground Maintenance TechnicianAmerican Heritage Schools - Broward Campus, are currently accepting applications for Ground Maintenance Technicians.Benefits include:100% free tuition for one of the employees' eligible children *50% discount for Summer Education for employees' eligible childrenFree Day Summer Camp for employees' eligible children while working over the summer.Free early care & after-care for employees' eligible children while workingCash bonuses401K with partial employer match after a year of employmentHealth, Dental, and Vision insuranceSupplemental Insurance plans availablePet Insurance optionsShort-term & Long-term Disability optionsLife Insurance at no cost to the employeeAffordable Company housing when availableFree Continuing Education available* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.Position OverviewThe Ground Maintenance Technician is to ensure that the grounds of the school campus are maintained, orderly, and healthy in order to provide a visually appealing and safe outdoor environment.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesMow, edge, and fertilize lawnsWeed and mulch landscape bedsTrim hedges, shrubs, and small treesRemove dead, damaged, or unwanted treesPlant flowers, trees, and shrubsWater lawns, landscapes, and gardensMonitor and maintain plant healthOperating and maintaining garden and landscaping equipmentPreparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions by weatherproofing, covering outdoor furniture with tarps, tidying down unsecured items, etc.Installing or maintaining sprinkler and irrigation systemsQualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalentLandscaping or grounds maintenance experience preferred but not requiredSkills & AbilitiesSelf-motivatedFamiliarity with sprinkler systems and other landscaping equipmentKnowledge of gardening techniques and products such as fertilizers and pesticidesWorking EnvironmentMaintenance Building/ShopExtreme/various weather conditionsPhysical RequirementsPhysical staminaAbility to stand, kneel, or walk for long periods of timeAbility to lift 60 poundsEmployee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your "at-will" status.AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.