Senior Grounds Technician: Arboretum Grounds & IPM Lead

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dawes Arboretum in Ohio is seeking Grounds Technicians to care for the Arboretum grounds, landscapes, pathways, trees, and natural areas. You will help create an exceptional visitor experience while preserving the living collections.

You may perform seasonal landscape tasks, mowing, pruning, invasive species control, and operate a range of landscape equipment. A cooperative team attitude and interest in horticulture are valued.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of grounds maintenance experience preferred.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.
• Grounds Management certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mowing, mulching, weeding, planting, watering, and turf maintenance.
• Maintain records related to collection material and equipment.
• Perform IPM and herbicide applications as needed.
• Remove invasive plants and debris from grounds.
• Operate landscape equipment such as mowers, edgers, chainsaws, and more.
• Train and direct Level One Grounds Technicians.
• Assist with snow/ice removal and emergency response.

Skills

Team player

Weather resilience

Evening/weekend availability

Positive attitude

Safety conscious

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Grounds equipment operation

Job description

The Dawes Arboretum in Ohio is seeking Grounds Technicians to care for the Arboretum grounds, landscapes, pathways, trees, and natural areas. You will help create an exceptional visitor experience while preserving the living collections.

You may perform seasonal landscape tasks, mowing, pruning, invasive species control, and operate a range of landscape equipment. A cooperative team attitude and interest in horticulture are valued.