Grounds Technician

ASRC Federal; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal NetCentric Technology, LLC is seeking a Grounds Technician to support our customer at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role involves maintaining industrial and public grounds, landscaping, irrigation, and exterior site upkeep.

Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, snow removal, and assisting with event setups. Candidates must be a US citizen, able to obtain security clearance, have a valid driver’s license, and pass a drug screen.

Qualifications

• Must have proficient English oral and written communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate with employees, management, and customers.
• Must be a US citizen and currently possess or be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license.
• Be able to pass a drug screen.
• Have ability to perform repetitive physical tasks involving lifting at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintains grounds of industrial, commercial or public property, including landscaped and irrigated areas and building exteriors.
• Cut grass and trim hedges as part of grounds maintenance.
• Prune shrubs and trees and perform lawn/video pesticide applications as required.
• Maintain fencing and perform snow/ice removal as per plan.
• Assist with event setups and DV route maintenance to contractual standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Time management

Physical fitness

Clearance eligible

Driver's license

Drug screening

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00 AM

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are atop veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

ASRC Federal NetCentric Technology, LLC is seeking a Grounds Technician to support our customer located at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Summary

The Grounds Technician maintains grounds of industrial, commercial or public property such as but not limited to: improved (landscaped and irrigated) grounds such as parks, athletic fields, and surrounding building exteriors; semi-improved and xeriscape grounds typically surrounding and between facilities, and unimproved areas in the more remote locations of the base.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures shop objectives and all tasks associated with Grounds Maintenance are accomplished in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Cut grass, using walking-type or riding mowers.
• Trim hedges and edges around walks, flowerbeds, and wells, using hedge trimmers, clippers, and edging tools.
• Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth, using shears and other hand tools.
• Spray lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer and/or insecticide.
• Maintain and repair fencing to include, but not limited to, chain link and barbed wire.
• Perform storm drainage cleanup and tumbleweed removal.
• Shovel and dirt work when necessary.
• Plant trees, shrubs, flowers, and other foliage.
• Perform snow and ice removal operations to support the requirements of the snow removal plan.
• Conduct salting and sanding of parking lots and sidewalks as needed.
• Assist in deploying security measures to include barrier (cable, water, star, and jersey), cones, and other traffic control equipment.
• Drive gasoline or diesel-powered tractor to move materials, draw implements, tow trailers, pull out objects embedded in the ground, or pull cable of which to raise, lower or load heavy material or equipment.
• Adjust tractor equipment for proper operation, lubricate and make minor repairs such as tightening bolts, replacing washers, cotter pins, and screws.
• Plan and execute small scale landscaping operations.
• Assist with special event set-ups and teardowns to include maintaining distinguished visitor (DV) routes to contractual standards.

Requirements

• Minimum education level of high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) to Six (6) months of prior grounds experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with hands and knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and practices used in the field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved.
• Demonstrated skill in the care and use of the tools and equipment in the trades involved.
• Experienced and trained to fasten attachments onto graders, plows, rollers, mowers, backhoes, seeders, and disc harrows to tractors.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules.
• Must have proficient English oral and written communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate with employees, management, and customers.
• Must be a US citizen and currently possess or be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license.
• Be able to pass a drug screen.
• Have ability to perform repetitive physical tasks involving lifting at least 50 lbs.
• Be committed to providing for and maintaining a safe working environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• General knowledge of irrigation and functions regarding water-delivery and backflow prevention.
• Experience working in a government environment

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.