Outdoor Grounds & Landscape Technician

Aramark Correctional Services; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark seeks a Groundskeeper to maintain and improve campus grounds, performing mowing, trimming, leaf removal and related duties. You will operate mowers, trimmers, and other landscape equipment while following sustainability guidelines and safety procedures.

The role involves lifting, bending, exposure to weather extremes, and occasional snow removal. A non-commercial driver’s license is required, with potential for variable seasonal tasks and equipment repairs as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in groundskeeping/horticulture preferred.
• Non commercial driver's license required.
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping principals and power landscape equipment.
• Must be able to adhere to safety procedures.
• Work involves exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and improves facility grounds based on established sustainability guidelines.
• Applies planned designs to resolve landscaping needs.
• Performs tasks such as planting, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, raking, salting, shoveling snow, removing ice, etc.
• Operates various types of equipment including power mowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, sprayers, etc.
• May be required to operate trucks, tractors and attachments used to maintain grounds as needed.
• Responsible for cleaning and upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, etc.
• Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on lawn equipment and tools.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedure and reports any malfunctions/defects to supervisor immediately.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Horticulture knowledge

Safety procedures

Tools

Power landscape equipment

Lawn mower

Job description

Aramark seeks a Groundskeeper to maintain and improve campus grounds, performing mowing, trimming, leaf removal and related duties. You will operate mowers, trimmers, and other landscape equipment while following sustainability guidelines and safety procedures.

The role involves lifting, bending, exposure to weather extremes, and occasional snow removal. A non-commercial driver’s license is required, with potential for variable seasonal tasks and equipment repairs as needed.