Maintenance Technician / Exterior Grounds
About The Position
The Exterior Grounds Maintenance Tech 1 supports the Exterior Maintenance team in maintaining the appearance, safety, and functionality of outdoor areas throughout the facility. This role performs hands-on exterior work including landscaping, grounds cleanup, sidewalk and parking lot maintenance, and exterior building upkeep. The Tech 1 works under the direction of the Exterior Grounds Maintenance Lead (Tech 2) and other senior team members. Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-focused, physically capable, and willing to learn a variety of exterior maintenance skills in a team environment while supporting EMCOR’s “Zero Hero” safety culture.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, maintenance, or outdoor labor preferred but not required.
- Willingness to learn landscaping, hardscape, and exterior maintenance skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools.
- Valid driver’s license preferred (required for certain equipment operations).
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Assist with routine landscaping tasks including mowing, edging, trimming, and weed-eating.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of sidewalks, parking lots, curbs, ditch banks, and exterior walkways.
- Perform debris removal, litter pickup, and general grounds cleanup.
- Support tree trimming, brush clearing, and seasonal grounds work as directed.
- Assist with basic irrigation system maintenance and inspections.
- Help with pressure washing of sidewalks, buildings, and exterior surfaces.
- Assist with minor hardscape and concrete repairs.
- Safely operate hand tools and basic landscaping equipment; operate larger equipment under supervision as trained.
- Assist with exterior building maintenance tasks such as inspections, minor repairs, and appearance upkeep.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support team operations
- Accurately complete timesheets, paid time off requests, and required documentation.
- Communicate work progress, issues, and safety concerns to the team lead or supervisor.
- Maintain personal safety awareness and work within physical limits.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Support and participate in EMCOR’s “Zero Hero” safety culture.
- Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses to supervision immediately.
- Demonstrate safe work behaviors as a condition of employment.
Benefits
- competitive salary and benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
