Grounds Technician

Techtronic Industries - TTI•Anderson, SC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc., has an opening in its Anderson, SC, location for a Grounds Technician who will support a large-scale distribution-manufacturing campus. We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package -- tuition assistance, 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation, and holiday. TTI is a world-class leader in design, manufacturing and marketing of Power Tools, Hand Tools, Outdoor Power Equipment, and Floor Care and Appliances for consumers, professional and industrial users in the home improvement, repair and construction industries. Our unrelenting strategic focus on Powerful Brands, Innovative Products, Operational Excellence and Exceptional People drives our culture. TTI was founded by Mr. Horst Julius Pudwill and Prof. Roy Chi Ping Chung BBS JP in 1985, yet the history of TTI's unique and growing portfolio of world-famous brands stretches back at least one hundred and fifty years. Through a clear and consistent strategy of acquiring and developing established brands, TTI has grown to become a clear market leader in power tools, outdoor power equipment, hand tools and floor care appliances worldwide. TTI is proud of its own history, and proud, too, of the huge legacy of tradition and excellence that we have inherited from the brands that make up our Company today. TTI actively promotes a strong corporate culture of respect and ethical integrity. Our Values are our beliefs, principles and standards that do not change over time. Values are the resources we draw on when asked to make decisions. They form the groundwork for our ethical behavior. All that we do at TTI must be consistent with the values to which we subscribe.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
One year of operating on a crew of groundskeepers, landscape technicians, or equivalent is also necessary to meet minimum requirements
Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions; ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
The use of tools and motorized equipment is commonly used in this vocation
The use of tractors, pickup trucks, and a variety of common grounds maintenance equipment
Utilizing computers
Must have a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the state of South Carolina and possess an acceptable driving record.
Principles, materials, and methods of grounds maintenance and repair
Methods and techniques of grounds maintenance
Safety and accident prevention practices
Horticulture and landscape maintenance
Physical Demands: Standing and walking for extended periods of time. Repetitive motion. Frequent bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing ladders. Occasional lifting up to 50lbs – team lifts over 50lbs. Perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions Able to work in various temperature conditions.
No final warnings
No more than 6 attendance points
Efficiency and Quality goals met for the previous 3 months.
Must be in current role for 6+ months.
Must meet all job description requirements.

Responsibilities

Turf Maintenance- Mowing, Trimming, Edging
Plant Maintenance- Shrub Pruning, Tree Trimming, Seasonal Cut-back
Bed Maintenance- Weed Pulling/Spraying, Mulch Installation
Hardscape Maintenance- Debris/Trash Removal from Sidewalks/Parking Lots/Roadways, etc.
Landscape Installation Projects – Renovations including Sod Install, Planting, etc.
Inclement Weather Maintenance- Storm Debris Removal, Snow/Ice Preparations/Clean-up
Equipment Maintenance – Changing/Charging Batteries, Changing/Sharpening Blades, Checking/Plugging Tires, Assists in Changing Engine Oils/Fluids. Cleaning/Washing Equipment
Shop/Truck Maintenance- Cleaning/Organizing equipment/tools, etc.
Other: Occasionally aid the operations team as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.