Camp Abe Lincoln - Landscape Technician - full or part time -seasonal

Scott County Family YMCA • Buffalo, IA

63d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Landscape Technician will maintain the grounds and landscapes around all YMCA buildings and facilities throughout the year.

Requirements

• Ability to operate various types of power equipment including lawnmowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools required for landscaping.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assignments.
• Extensive knowledge of landscaping techniques and processes.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Must be able to pass background check
• Ability to drive and maintain current license.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a role model to members, and Y staff and, at all times lives the mission, vision and values of the YMCA movement.
• Work to insure the safety of every individual on YMCA properties and grounds.
• Perform mowing, weed eating/blowing, raking leaves, trim trees and bushes and other landscape duties to maintain an appealing and safe atmosphere for members.
• Completes snow removal tasks such as plowing parking lots, shoveling sidewalks, steps and doorways as needed during winter months.
• Operate and maintain necessary lawn care and snow removal equipment such as mowers, tractors, chain saws, snow blowers, etc., in a safe and efficient manner. Store equipment efficiently and safely.
• Be aware and make necessary changes to hazards found on camp grounds.
• Make minor repairs to buildings and facilities as needed.
• Sweep, scrub, wax floors, wash windows and screens, put up and take down screens and storm windows-repair same as needed.
• Pick up and remove trash and debris from the property and dispose of it appropriately on a daily basis.
• Participate in and solicit others to participate in necessary YMCA financial development efforts, specifically the Annual Campaign.
• Maintain certifications listed under Certificates and Other Requirements.
• Adherence to all policies and procedures of YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley.
• Understand and follow all safety rules and regulations including knowledge of emergency procedures and location of emergency equipment.
• Regular and timely adherence to respective schedule/meetings.
• All other duties as assigned by the COO.

Benefits

• Health insurance: Y pays 65-93% for individual and 57-82% for family; Dental: Y pays 65%; Vision available
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
• Y Retirement Fund: Y pays 12% after employee meets eligibility requirements
• Eligible to participate in 403B savings account through Y Retirement Fund
• Paid Time Off: Begins accruing at 19 days per year up to a max of 30. Caps at 240 hours
• Life Insurance: Y pays 1 X salary, EE has option to purchase additional coverage
• Long Term Disability: Paid by the Y; Employee can elect to purchase Short Term Disability
• Free household YMCA membership!
• Discounts on programs
• Child Care discount 25%; Summer Camp discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: No Education Listed