Grounds/LandscapeTechnician

The Hill School•Pottstown, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
Able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Regularly required to stand, crouch, sit, bend, stretch, climb, and crawl.
Essential vision requirements include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus in dimly lit areas.
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.
Position is contingent upon successful completion of certain background checks, including criminal history background checks, fingerprint-based background checks, reference checks, employment history checks, and educational background checks, upon hire and during the course of your employment, to the extent permitted by law and consistent with the School's policies regarding employment eligibility.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of experience in landscape grounds maintenance.
Ability to repair small engines is preferred
Knowledge of synthetic turf maintenance is preferred

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.