Lawn Care Technician

Flagship Communities REIT; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Flagship Communities REIT seeks a Lawn Care Technician to help maintain our resort-style communities in Walton, Kentucky. Responsibilities include mowing, weed control, mulching, planting, irrigation checks, snow removal where applicable, and delivering quality customer service to residents and guests.

We value experience in grounds maintenance, the ability to work outdoors in seasonal temperatures, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift at least 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school education is preferred; some HS education required.
• Experience in general grounds maintenance is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power equipment and commercial machinery.
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Capable of working outdoors in seasonal temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Perform mowing, weed control, mulching, and planting as part of lawn care.
• Inspect and maintain irrigation systems; report issues as needed.
• Shovel snow and perform basic maintenance tasks where applicable.
• Keep common areas clean and presentable; handle trash removal daily.
• Adhere to safety procedures and report maintenance concerns to the manager.
• Provide reliable service to residents and guests and work well independently or in a team.

Skills

Grounds maintenance techniques

Seasonal outdoor work

Valid driver’s license

Operate hand tools

Operate power equipment

Teamwork

Lifting 25+ pounds

Education

High School

Job description

Overview

Job description Lawn Care Technician

Lawn Technicians perform a variety of landscaping maintenance and snow removal duties (where applicable). They regularly mow lawns, weed, plant flowers, plow snow, remove debris from property grounds, and overall ensure our communities are well-maintained and look presentable. Lawn techs also work to ensure our residents and guests receive quality customer service.

We also have full-time maintenance positions!

Job Duties

• Empty trash, shovel, and perform maintenance or repair duties using blowers, mowers, drills, or other hand tools.
• Ensure lawns are manicured appropriately. Regularly treat weeds for weed control, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs, and hedges, cut and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services as necessary.
• Inspect irrigation system regularly to ensure it is working properly; repair as needed.
• Pick-up trash and debris from common areas and streets on a daily basis. Empty common area trash containers as needed.
• Maintain community equipment.
• Report all community maintenance issues and concerns identified while performing daily duties to manager.
• Ensure Community is presentable at all times and adheres to Flagship Communities curb appeal standards.
• Safely operate vehicles for the purpose of performing job duties.
• Follow safety procedures while performing duties.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

High School (some HS education required)

Previous Lawn Care Experience In The Resort/hospitality Industry, Preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge of and broad experience in general grounds maintenance techniques
• Ability to endure seasonal temperatures as working conditions require constant outdoor work
• Valid driver's license
• Proficient skills in operating various hand tools, power equipment, and commercial machinery
• Ability to provide legible written reports
• Ability to work well independently as well as on a team
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds