Grounds Maintenance Technician (Landscaping)

Saar Management LLC.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

DoorDash lunch allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Saar Management LLC in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep of our apartment communities. The role is outdoors and focuses on turf care, landscape maintenance, and keeping common areas clean and attractive.

You’ll work with commercial landscaping equipment, including zero-turn mowers, follow maintenance schedules, and help with seasonal projects. Valid Florida license preferred; pay is $17.00–$19.00 per hour with full-time hours, benefits, and

Qualifications

• Prior experience in landscaping, lawn care, grounds maintenance, or turf care is preferred.
• Familiarity with commercial gas-powered landscaping equipment is preferred.
• Valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable working outside in varying weather conditions.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work with limited supervision; strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Mow and maintain turf using a zero-turn mower.
• Trim grass and vegetation around buildings and landscaped areas.
• Perform edging, hedge trimming, and general landscape maintenance.
• Operate string trimmers, edgers, hedge trimmers, backpack blowers, and pole saws.
• Follow maintenance schedules for assigned properties.
• Inspect equipment and report safety concerns.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Transport and store landscaping equipment safely.
• Assist with seasonal grounds projects and property beautification.
• Identify and report issues to management.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Gas-powered equipment knowledge

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

FDACS LCLM license preferred

Tools

Trailer

String trimmer

Edger

Hedge trimmer

Backpack blower

Pole saw

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Grounds Maintenance Technician (Landscaping)

Saar Management LLC is seeking a reliable Grounds Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep and appearance of our Jacksonville apartment communities. This position is primarily outdoors and is responsible for routine turf care, landscape maintenance, and maintaining clean and attractive common areas throughout assigned properties.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with commercial landscaping equipment, particularly zero-turn mowers, and takes pride in completing outdoor maintenance work safely and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Mow and maintain turf using a zero-turn commercial mower.
• Trim grass and vegetation around buildings, sidewalks, curbs, and other landscaped areas.
• Perform edging, hedge trimming, and general landscape maintenance.
• Operate string trimmers, edgers, hedge trimmers, backpack blowers, and pole saws.
• Follow established maintenance schedules for assigned apartment communities.
• Perform routine inspections of landscaping equipment and report mechanical or safety concerns.
• Keep equipment, work areas, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Safely handle, transport, and store gasoline and landscaping equipment.
• Assist with seasonal grounds projects, landscaping improvements, and property beautification.
• Identify and report landscaping, property, or safety issues to management.
• Follow all company safety procedures and operational standards.
• Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Prior experience in landscaping, lawn care, grounds maintenance, or turf care is preferred.
• Familiarity with commercial gas-powered landscaping equipment is preferred.
• Valid Florida driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable working outside in varying weather conditions.
• Able to regularly perform physical work and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Dependable, punctual, and capable of working with limited supervision.Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Credential

• FDACS Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance (LCLM) License preferred.

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday
• Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs.
• $17.00–$19.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• $10 daily DoorDash lunch allowance for each scheduled workday
• Opportunities for career advancement

Company-Provided Equipment

Saar Management provides the equipment necessary to perform the position, including:

• Trailer
• String trimmer
• Edger
• Hedge trimmer
• Backpack blower
• Pole saw

Employees are not required to provide their own landscaping tools.

Why Work With Saar Management?

Join a growing property management company where dependable employees have opportunities to develop their skills and advance within the organization. This position is a good fit for someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor work and takes ownership of the appearance and condition of the properties they maintain.