Landscape Technician

Landscape Technicians At Whitewater

Landscape Technicians at Whitewater work in small crews to ensure an attractively landscaped and carefully maintained facility. Technicians can either be hired as full-time, benefits-eligible employees or part-time employees and report directly to the Landscaping and Grounds Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Whitewater grounds by maintaining the appearance of hardscapes such as: roads, curbs, and gutters, parking lots, walkways, stairs, fences, retaining walls and stormwater structures. Also maintaining and improving softscapes such as: turf and ornamental plants, gardens, landscape beds, natural areas, and water retention areas.
• Assist other departments, facility crews and contractors with maintenance and projects onsite.
• Ensure the safety of guests while performing tasks with landscape equipment such as blowers, trimmers, and mowers.
• Work as a member of a small team and individually to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors for sustained periods of time under varying weather conditions.
• Maintain availability to work evenings, weekends, and holiday work as required.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Experience in mowing and landscape maintenance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work outdoors for sustained periods of time under varying weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Able to reach, bend, and stoop frequently.
• Able to lift and carry at least 75 pounds over various terrain.
• Able to sit or stand on mowing equipment for prolonged periods of time.

Benefits

• Access to the Whitewater Center's pass activities
• Staff discount program and pro deals
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
• 401k

Overview Of Department

The Facilities Department is responsible for facility maintenance, stormwater management, construction, and landscaping. The department oversees inspections, repairs, maintenance, and safety of the Whitewater Center's activities and infrastructure.

Working At Whitewater

Whitewater's mission is rooted in the belief that we all share a genetic code that compels us to play outside and share these experiences with others. This mission is accomplished through promoting access and opportunities to play outside and bring people together. Our approach is simple: Make it compelling and easy to engage with nature and invite others to join.

Legal Disclosures

The Whitewater Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer that participates in the E-Verify program.