Ground Maintenance Technician - Level I

Job Description

Job Description

American Heritage Schools - Broward Campus, are currently accepting applications for Ground Maintenance Technicians.

Benefits include :

100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children

50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children

Free Day Summer Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.

Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working

Yearly cash bonuses

401K with partial employer match after a year of employment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial

Pet Insurance options

Short-term & Long-term Disability options

Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

Affordable Company housing when available

Free Continuing Education available

• This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

AMERICAN LEARNING SYSTEMS

JOB TITLE

Ground Maintenance Technician

DIVISION /

DEPARTMENT

Ground Maintenance

LOCATION

Broward

REPORTS TO

Outside Maintenance Manager

EXEMPTION STATUS

Non-Exempt

DATE

Rev. July 2023

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Ground Maintenance Technician is to ensure that the grounds of the school campus are maintained, orderly, and healthy in order to provide a visually appealing and safe outdoor environment.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Mow, edge, and fertilize lawns

Weed and mulch landscape beds

Trim hedges, shrubs, and small trees

Remove dead, damaged, or unwanted trees

Plant flowers, trees, and shrubs

Water lawns, landscapes, and gardens

Monitor and maintain plant health

Operating and maintaining garden and landscaping equipment

Preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions by weatherproofing, covering outdoor furniture with tarps, tidying down unsecured items, etc.

Installing or maintaining sprinkler and irrigation systems

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent

Landscaping or grounds maintenance experience preferred but not required

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Self-motivated

Familiarity with sprinkler systems and other landscaping equipment

Knowledge of gardening techniques and products such as fertilizers and pesticides

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Maintenance Building / Shop

Extreme / various weather conditions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical stamina

Ability to stand, kneel, or walk for long periods of time

Ability to lift 60 pounds

BENEFITS

100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children

50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children

Free Day Summer Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.

Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working

Yearly cash bonuses

401K with partial employer match after a year of employment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial

Pet Insurance options

Short-term & Long-term Disability options

Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

Affordable Company housing when available

Free Continuing Education available

OTHER

Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your “at-will” status.

AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.