Lead Grounds Technician - Landscaping & Maintenance

Lancaster County; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster County is seeking a skilled Grounds Maintenance worker to perform routine landscaping, nursery and memorial tree care across county facilities. You will lead a crew, operate hand and power tools, and help ensure a clean, safe environment for visitors and staff.

This essential role requires the ability to work independently, follow policies, and pass background checks. The position includes winter duties, equipment operation, and potential overtime during weather events, with training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year experience in commercial lawn care or related position.
• Applicant must have basic computer skills that include using email, navigating the internet, creating spreadsheets and documents.
• PA Dept of Agriculture Core Applicator Certification preferred or ability to achieve within six months of employment.
• Must have and maintain a valid PA Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine grounds maintenance on County owned and leased properties, including operating hand and power tools.
• Assist the Asst. Grounds Superintendent with the memorial tree program and Nursery maintenance.
• Maintain the Garden of Five Senses and other high-visibility landscaped bed areas.
• Operate medium to heavy equipment.
• Snow removal duties and safety compliance.
• Work with Windows-based computer systems and email.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Lawn care

Basic computer skills

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Chainsaw

Power pruner

Leaf blower

Snow blower

Tractor

Job description

Lancaster County is seeking a skilled Grounds Maintenance worker to perform routine landscaping, nursery and memorial tree care across county facilities. You will lead a crew, operate hand and power tools, and help ensure a clean, safe environment for visitors and staff.

This essential role requires the ability to work independently, follow policies, and pass background checks. The position includes winter duties, equipment operation, and potential overtime during weather events, with training