Landscape Technician

Socket.dev; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida State Fair Authority is seeking a Landscape Technician to maintain the fairgrounds' landscape and grounds, keeping lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds healthy and attractive. You will operate landscaping equipment, support special projects, and work as part of a team to deliver a clean, welcoming outdoor environment for visitors and staff alike.

Responsibilities include planting, fertilizing, weed and insect control, and safe operation of grounds maintenance tools, with physical

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Six months experience in lawn maintenance required; two or more years preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains landscape by planting, fertilizing, trimming trees and hedging and setting up flowerbeds.
• Collects, loads, and hauls trash and cuttings to keep grounds tidy.
• Operates manual and powered groundskeeping equipment safely.
• Assists in various landscaping projects as needed.
• Performs grounds maintenance including insect and weed control.
• Supports light housekeeping or custodial duties as necessary.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Description

Are you someone who takes pride in keeping outdoor spaces looking their best? As a Landscape Technician, you’ll play an important role in maintaining the beautiful, welcoming environment of the Florida State Fairgrounds. From caring for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds to operating landscaping equipment and helping with special projects, you’ll see the results of your work throughout the property. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in a job well done, and like being part of a team, this could be a great opportunity for you!

SUMMARY

The Landscape Technician is responsible for maintaining the Florida State Fairgrounds’ landscape and grounds to ensure a clean, attractive, and well-maintained environment. This position performs a variety of landscaping duties, including planting, tree trimming, fertilizing, weed and insect control, and the safe operation of grounds maintenance equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supports a beautiful landscape environment by ensuring proper quality of care of plant life, including all planting, fertilizing, trimming of trees and hedging of shrubs, planting flower beds and setting up flowerbeds.
2. Ensures a high level of grounds protection/policing by collecting, loading, hauling trash and cuttings.
3. Operates manual and powered grounds keeping equipment while following all safety measures.
4. Supports department by assisting in various landscaping projects.
5. Performs grounds maintenance work including spraying for insects and weeds.
6. Supports additional needs for any light housekeeping or custodial duties as necessary.
7. Other additional related duties as required.

BENEFITS

As a full-time employee of the Florida State Fair Authority, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive and rewarding benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• A 457(b) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future
• Generous paid time off and holidays, so you can recharge and enjoy life outside of work

Join a team that values your well-being both on and off the job!

***The Florida State Fair Authority is a drug free workplace and an equal employment opportunity employer.***

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum of six months experience in lawn maintenance required. Two or more years of experience highly preferred. Valid Driver’s License required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of proper operation of mechanical and powered equipment used in grounds maintenance
• Working knowledge of safety requirements involved with operation of required tools and equipment
• Ability to operate mechanical and powered equipment used in grounds maintenance
• Ability to work effectively with others

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Duties are performed primarily in an outside setting. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and lift or move 50+ pounds. Environmental demands include wet/humidity, work near mechanical parts, work near high places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions.