The Maintenance and Grounds Technician is responsible for performing general assigned garden activities in turf, hardscape, and landscape areas occupied by Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE), and other facility related assignments that may arise from time to time. This position will assist with project and maintenance related to, but not limited to the mechanical components of AWE and surrounding campuses. This position will assist with general daily maintenance and operations on multiple aspects of facility mechanical, hardware, digital, and fabrication needs. While the position requires scheduling flexibility, the work schedule is primarily 40 hours per week.
What you will do:
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Lawn, Tree, and Shrub Maintenance – perform assigned lawn, tree, and shrub maintenance
Annual and Perennial Ornamental Garden Maintenance – maintain assigned garden areas including seasonal flower displays and perennials
Paved Area Maintenance – perform routine cleaning, basic repair, and snow and ice removal of the parking lots, walkways, and other paved areas
Leaf Removal – perform removal of leaves from lawns, shrub, and planting beds
Equipment and Ornamental Mechanical Fixture Operation and Maintenance – maintain and repair tools and equipment as needed for proper function, as well as garden restrooms, drinking foundations, and garden furniture and fixtures
Security/Public Relations – greet visitors, maintain the security and integrity of the grounds, and serve as a source of information for visitors.
Irrigation Maintenance – monitor and maintain irrigation systems
Landscaping builds – which includes dirt work, rock work, and other hardscape installation. It also includes installing all manner of plants, mulch, drainage, and low voltage lighting
Assist with daily maintenance of facility operations, including maintenance on doors, fabrication, office remodels, and equipment repair
Assist the facilities team with scheduled maintenance and special projects
Assist in maintaining records for scheduled maintenance or testing
Assist in the repair of building systems and components
Assist in the planning of projects as well as clean up afterward
Assist in preparation of inspections, in house or third party
Assist and escort of contractors working in or around facility
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting or leaning while on post will not be permitted.
Physical demands: In the work environment described, position requires verbal and written conversation with others, sitting, standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, strenuous lifting/moving objects up to 50 pounds, and use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision.
Work Environment: Work will be performed in an office environment, construction site, and in communities served. Work environment may include exposure to potentially hazardous chemical solutions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Incumbent must meet a flexible work schedule that may include evenings, and weekends and available on-call for emergencies.
All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and a background check. AWE requires all employees to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment, or meet Arkansas state requirements, subject to accommodations. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.
AWE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status of protected veteran, among other things or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Basic Qualifications
Qualifications required for your success:
Basic knowledge related to buildings, systems, and components
Ability to operate a skid steer, tractor, or similar equipment
An understanding of measurement and mathematical applications
Strong mechanical aptitude
Possess a strong commitment to customer service
Highest ethics as they relate to all aspects of business
Strong oral and written communications skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to assist in trouble shooting/ analyzing systems
Ability to assist in hands-on repair of all mechanical and plumbing equipment
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, etc., basic computer skills
Ability to learn our centralized maintenance management system - LIMBLE
Ability to work independently and with initiative
Ability to effectively contribute to a project team dynamic
Ability to cross train with the various teams
Ability to understand and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality
Must be physically and mentally fit to respond to emergency situations
Regarding education and experience, an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience will satisfy the minimum requirements.
Work Experience
At least one year of experience in landscaping, garden maintenance, or a related field; previous work experience in public horticultural gardens a plus
Must be able to identify, care for, and maintain annuals, perennials, woody shrubs and trees, weeds and wildflowers, and other local and native plants. Expertise in plant care with knowledge of cultivated ornamental and native plants, and knowledge of plant taxonomy preferred.
Minimum of (2) years working with building operations or other relevant construction or maintenance experience
Experience working in a fast-paced production or fabrication field
Capable of interacting with vendors and the public
License and Certifications
Valid Arkansas Drivers License with clean driving record
Able to obtain an ODA Pesticide Technician’s license
