Landscape & Grounds Technician

YWCA Central Alabama is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting dignity for all.  YWCA Central Alabama’s vision is to create a more caring community.  We work every day to make a positive change in the lives of individuals and the community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Landscape & Grounds Technician is responsible for maintaining the exterior grounds, landscaping, outdoor common areas, and overall appearance of YWCA Central Alabama properties. This position supports Facilities Management by helping ensure assigned properties are clean, attractive, safe, accessible, and professionally maintained.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain lawns, landscaped areas, flower beds, shrubs, trees, sidewalks, parking lots, and other exterior areas.
• Mow, edge, trim, weed, rake, mulch, and maintain landscaped areas on a regular schedule.
• Remove leaves, limbs, trash, debris, and other materials from YWCA grounds.
• Maintain sidewalks, curbs, entrances, loading areas, parking lots, and exterior common areas.
• Pressure wash sidewalks, building entrances, exterior surfaces, and other areas as assigned.
• Trim shrubs, bushes, and small trees to maintain a professional and safe appearance.
• Assist with planting flowers, shrubs, grass, and other landscaping materials.
• Monitor grounds for safety hazards, damaged property, drainage concerns, lighting issues, pest activity, and needed repairs.
• Report unsafe conditions, property damage, or significant maintenance concerns to the Facilities Manager.
• Maintain and properly store landscaping tools, equipment, and supplies; perform basic equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Prepare exterior areas for organizational events, inspections, leadership visits, and special programs.
• Assist the Facilities Department with minor maintenance assignments and weather-related grounds preparation or cleanup as needed.
• Follow YWCA safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Complete assigned work orders, grounds checklists, and other documentation as required.
• Perform other Facilities Management duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous landscaping, grounds maintenance, lawn care, facilities maintenance, or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic lawn care, landscaping practices, and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to safely operate lawn mowers, weed trimmers, blowers, pressure washers, hand tools, and related grounds equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently.
• Strong attendance, reliability, time-management skills, and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires regular outdoor work in varying weather conditions. The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull; safely operate grounds equipment; and lift and carry materials and equipment weighing approximately 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work may include exposure to heat, cold, rain, dust, grass, landscaping materials, and equipment noise.

CORE EXPECTATIONS

Reliability and accountability • Safety awareness • Professional conduct • Respect for residents, clients, coworkers, vendors, and visitors • Pride in maintaining YWCA properties • Teamwork • Commitment to the mission and values of YWCA Central Alabama.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

YWCA Central Alabama is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.