Maintenance Technician / Exterior Grounds

EMCOR Facilities Services, Inc.; Hartsville (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Facilities Services, Inc. is seeking an Exterior Grounds Maintenance Tech 1 to support the exterior maintenance team across outdoor spaces. You will perform hands-on landscaping, sidewalks and lot upkeep, and assist with irrigation and exterior building maintenance.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety and learning a range of exterior maintenance skills within EMCOR’s Zero Hero safety culture. Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-minded, physically capable, and willing to learn while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Willingness to learn landscaping, hardscape, and exterior maintenance skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine landscaping tasks including mowing, edging, trimming, and weed-eating.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of sidewalks, parking lots, curbs, ditch banks, and exterior walkways.
• Support irrigation system maintenance and inspections.
• Help with pressure washing of sidewalks, buildings, and exterior surfaces.
• Safe operation of hand tools; operate larger equipment under supervision as trained.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi-site retail portfolios, we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nation’s leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self-performed, site-based operations to energy-efficiency upgrades and supplier-managed interior/exterior maintenance.

Job Summary

The Exterior Grounds Maintenance Tech 1 supports the Exterior Maintenance team in maintaining the appearance, safety, and functionality of outdoor areas throughout the facility. This role performs hands‑on exterior work including landscaping, grounds cleanup, sidewalk and parking lot maintenance, and exterior building upkeep. The Tech 1 works under the direction of the Exterior Grounds Maintenance Lead (Tech 2) and other senior team members. Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-focused, physically capable, and willing to learn a variety of exterior maintenance skills in a team environment while supporting EMCOR’s "Zero Hero" safety culture.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Field (95%)

• Assist with routine landscaping tasks including mowing, edging, trimming, and weed‑eating.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of sidewalks, parking lots, curbs, ditch banks, and exterior walkways.
• Perform debris removal, litter pickup, and general grounds cleanup.
• Support tree trimming, brush clearing, and seasonal grounds work as directed.
• Assist with basic irrigation system maintenance and inspections.
• Help with pressure washing of sidewalks, buildings, and exterior surfaces.
• Assist with minor hardscape and concrete repairs.
• Safely operate hand tools and basic landscaping equipment; operate larger equipment under supervision as trained.
• Assist with exterior building maintenance tasks such as inspections, minor repairs, and appearance upkeep.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support team operations

Administrative (5%)

• Accurately complete timesheets, paid time off requests, and required documentation.
• Communicate work progress, issues, and safety concerns to the team lead or supervisor.

Safety (100%)

• Maintain personal safety awareness and work within physical limits.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Support and participate in EMCOR’s "Zero Hero" safety culture.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses to supervision immediately.
• Demonstrate safe work behaviors as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, maintenance, or outdoor labor preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn landscaping, hardscape, and exterior maintenance skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license preferred (required for certain equipment operations).
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, and reaching.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to safely wear and use PPE and operate tools and equipment.

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