Temporary Grounds Technician

GRAND RIVER DAM AUTHORITY • Chouteau, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Grounds Technician is responsible for maintaining the exterior grounds of the facility, ensuring a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing environment. This role includes routine landscaping, lawn care, and outdoor maintenance tasks. The Grand River Dam Authority is Oklahoma’s largest public power electric utility, fully funded by revenues from electric and water sales instead of taxes. GRDA is also a steward of the waters of the Grand and Illinois Rivers in Oklahoma and manages over 70,000 surface acres of premier Oklahoma lake waters, as well as miles and miles of the Scenic Illinois River.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required, vocational/trade school preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or related field.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license, or the ability to convert within 30 days for those with an out of state driver’s license that are an Oklahoma resident.
• Must be able to lift, move and carry weights of 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must be able to perform work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Required to bend, stoop, perform above shoulder work and work with arms extended.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform outdoor labor for extended periods.
• Physical ability to perform tasks that require working at heights and in various weather conditions.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

• General knowledge of handling herbicides.
• Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment and tools.
• Basic knowledge of plant care, lawn care, and irrigation systems.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, and planting.
• Maintain flower beds, trees, and shrubs, ensuring proper watering, fertilizing, and pest control.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems, ensuring proper functioning and scheduling.
• Keep walkways, parking areas, and outdoor spaces clear of debris, leaves, and trash.
• Perform routine inspections of outdoor equipment and report maintenance needs or repairs.
• Safely operate a variety of tools and equipment, including lawn mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.
• Operate heavy equipment such as Man lift, Back-hoe, Dump Truck, Skid Loader with attachments, or other equipment used in the construction, repair, or maintenance of GRDA facilities.
• Remove debris, leaves, and other obstructions from building roofs, gutters, and drains.
• Perform power washing of restrooms, balconies, decks, and other surfaces.
• Repair and maintain roads and gravel bars.
• Prepare and install cement pads for structures or equipment, ensuring proper leveling and durability.
• Install, repair, and maintain cement pads and picnic tables
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• deliver affordable, reliable ELECTRICITY, with a focus on EFFICIENCY and a commitment to ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP.
• dedicated to ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, providing resources and supporting economic growth.
• EMPLOYEES are our greatest asset in meeting our mission to be an Oklahoma Agency of Excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED