Job Location : Maricopa,AZ, USA
Job DetailsJob LocationAPG Office - Maricopa, AZSalary Range$22.75 HourlyDescriptionKett Engineering is looking for an experienced Facility Groundskeeper for our customer in MaricopaRole Summary:Under the direction of the Facilities Track and Fleet Supervisor, performs routine to complex facility and grounds maintenance tasks and duties. Inspect and maintain all areas of landscaping to include but not limit to trees, oleanders, and bushes. Use heavy-duty equipment (4K Water Truck, Case Agriculture tractor with deck mower, Gannon tractor, and various types of landscape tools) to support daily work functions.3 years experience in facility grounds keeping and landscaping.Education:RequiredHigh school diploma GEDRelevant training or experience in related field such as horticulture and landscapingDesiredAssociates degree or specialized training in horticulture or landscape maintenanceSkills: General skills needed to perform the jobAnalytical and conceptual thinking using logic and reason, creative and strategicCommunication skills interpersonal/presentation/written for all levels of management and support staffComputer savvy proficient/advanced in all areas of MS OfficeIntegration joining people, processes or systemsProblem solvingInitiative self-starter, ability to work independentlyDetail Orientation demonstrated record of precision and integritySpecialized Skills:RequiredValid drivers license requiredKnowledge of commercial irrigation systemsKnowledge of tree and oleander maintenanceKnowledge of agricultural and landscape equipment operationFamiliarity with weed abatementMust be able to provide excellent verbal, written communications.DesiredTrained horticulturistLicensed weed abatementExperienced agriculture equipment operatorWork Flexibility:Work schedule based on business requirements (minimum 40 hours/week) including occasional Saturday and occasional overtime. Core work hours are 7am 4pmOften driving a motor vehicle, including performance class and prototypes, which may require completion of special training.Commonly sit at a desk or table.Occasionally walk, stand, or stoop.Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.Role Responsibilities:Grounds Maintenance / Landscaping 100%Maintain all landscaped areas at APG.Inspect landscape areas daily for required maintenance needs.Trim campus trees regularly to provide shade and clean appearanceRepair irrigation leaks on campus and oleander landscaping systemsPerform and /or manage vendor for campus weed control and abatement.Mowing of grounds with deck mower.Other tasks required.