Grounds Technician

Knights Companies Inc; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision Insurance

PTO and Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Knights Companies Inc is seeking a dedicated Landscape Maintenance Technician to maintain outdoor and indoor spaces, prioritizing safety, beauty, and functionality. If you enjoy working outdoors and value teamwork, apply today.

Responsibilities include mowing, pruning, irrigation support, and coordinating with a team to uphold high standards across multiple sites in the Lowcountry and Midlands regions. Compensation offers growth opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• Lift up to 50 lbs and perform outdoor groundskeeping tasks.
• Valid SC driver's license with clean driving record.
• Experience with lawn care equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, trim and prune bushes and trees, and edge walkways to maintain a neat appearance.
• Plant, water, fertilize, and treat lawns and gardens to promote healthy growth.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist in maintaining recreational areas and other outdoor spaces.
• Follow safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies at all times.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure grounds are well-maintained and meet quality standards.

Job description

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Landscape Maintenance Technician to join our team. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the upkeep and enhancement of outdoor and indoor spaces, ensuring they remain safe, beautiful, and functional. If you enjoy working outdoors, have a passion for plants and groundskeeping, and thrive in a team environment, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

• Mow lawns, trim and prune bushes and trees, and edge walkways to maintain a neat and manicured appearance.


• Plant, water, fertilize, and apply treatments to lawns and gardens to promote healthy growth.


• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment safely and efficiently.


• Assist in maintaining recreational areas and other outdoor spaces.


• Follow safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies at all times.


• Collaborate with team members to ensure grounds are consistently well-maintained and meet quality standards.


• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment by upholding the company’s core values.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with opportunities for growth


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays


• 401(k) with Company Match


• Short-Term Disability (STD)


• Long-Term Disability (LTD)


• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Requirements

• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position (lift, stand, stoop, crouch, sit).


• Ability to work outdoors for long periods of time in various weather conditions.


• Prior experience operating lawn care equipment.


• Some irrigation experience preferred but not required.


• Reliable with the ability to perform routine tasks with little to no supervision.


• Valid SC driver's license with clean driving record.


• Attention to detail.

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely lift a minimum of 50 lbs.


• Ability to climb, stoop, bend, squat, lift, stretch, push, pull, twist, kneel, stand, walk, sit, reach, and operate a computer keyboard.


• Ability to safely climb up and down stairs and/or ladders.


• Ability to work primarily outside, with possible exposure to the extremes of hot or cold weather.

Locations

• Lowcountry: Charleston/Jedburg/St. George/Moncks Corner


• Midlands: Columbia/Lexington/Irmo/Blythewood/Lugoff/Sumter


• South: Hampton/Beaufort/Okatie/Richmond Hill/Savannah

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