What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds/Landscape Technician position at The Hill School?
- The Hill School Mission**: The Hill School prepares young people from across the country and around the world for college, careers, and life. Within a family school environment and a rigorous liberal arts curriculum, we challenge our young people to work hard; think and reason; be fulfilled; serve the common good; and be prepared to lead as citizens of the world, uniquely guided by our motto, "Whatsoever Things Are True".
Under the direct supervision of the Manager of Facilities Grounds Services, the Grounds/Landscape Technician will maintain the Hill School's property, including athletic fields, faculty housing, common areas, and roadways to ensure the prestigious nature of the campus is preserved and enhanced.
**Responsibilities**
- Perform turf mowing and trimming duties.
- Prune shrubs and small trees.
- Assist with new plantings and removals.
- Perform a variety of hardscaping tasks including, hardscape installations such as tile and paver walls, repair of existing patios and walkways.
- Weeding, edging, and mulching of flower beds.
- Perform minor herbicide and pesticide applications.
- Perform recycling and trash pickup from receptacles located across campus.
- Prepare athletic fields for practice and competitive play.
- Perform maintenance tasks for synthetic turf athletic fields.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on all equipment.
- Perform leaf collection.
- Operate heavy equipment such as forklift, tractor, and skid steer.
- Perform snow removal of roads, steps, and sidewalks. Must be readily available during winter months for unexpected snow events. This work will include long days and possible weekend work.
- Perform general cleanup of maintenance areas including mechanical rooms, and other spaces across campus.
- Repair and/or replace athletic equipment as needed.
- Assist with vehicle and equipment maintenance to ensure efficient operation and safety.
- Perform all other duties as assigned or needed to support the teamwork culture that exists in the Facilities Services department.
Qualifications
Ideally, a candidate will possess at least 3 years of experience in landscape/grounds maintenance. The qualifications for the grounds maintenance technician include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Valid Driver's License.
- Ability to work in wet, hot, and cold environments for long hours.
- Ability to read basic wiring diagrams and instructional manuals in print or online.
- Ability to repair small engines is preferred.
- Knowledge of synthetic turf maintenance is preferred.
This role requires regular use of hands and fingers, clear communication, and the ability to walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employees must occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds. Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
- Work Environment** Employees are regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, ice, and humidity. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and high places may occur. Noise levels are generally moderate.
- Publicly support the mission and vision of The Hill School in a positive and professional manner.
- Work as a dynamic team member in a professional collaborative environment.
- Energetic and organized enough to thrive in an extremely fast-paced environment while collaborating with a growing team to produce great work.
- Ability to wear many hats, learn new things every day, and have the ability to switch from a variety of roles with ease and excitement.
- Communicate effectively with warmth, sensitivity, humor, and understanding as they deal with administrative colleagues, teachers, students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and program associates.
- Possess a "service attitude - willingness to be flexible to meet the needs of the department and school.