Temporary Landscape Grounds Technician

Art and Wellness Enterprises•Bentonville, AR

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Landscape Grounds Technician plays a vital role in maintaining the beauty, functionality, and safety of the campus grounds. This position is responsible for a broad range of landscape and horticultural tasks, including the care of lawns, trees, shrubs, ornamental gardens, paved surfaces, and irrigation systems. The Technician helps ensure the grounds reflect the high standards of Art and Wellness Enterprises and provide an inviting, well-maintained environment for staff, visitors, and the public. Working under the direction of Grounds Operations Management, the Technician performs hands-on landscape maintenance and supports seasonal plantings, hardscape installations, and routine equipment care. This role also contributes to the upkeep of outdoor features such as garden furniture, restrooms, and water elements. In addition to physical work in diverse outdoor conditions, the Technician may interact with visitors and is expected to serve as a friendly and knowledgeable presence on the grounds. This position requires a strong understanding of landscape practices, attention to detail, and the ability to operate a wide variety of landscaping tools and equipment. The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team is essential.

Requirements

Solid understanding of landscaping and grounds maintenance techniques.
Working knowledge of plant identification and related horticultural practices.
Comfortable working outside in all different types of weather conditions and natural environments with rugged terrain.
Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Proficient in using a variety of hand and power tools.
Capable of operating standard equipment and machinery, including forklifts, scissor/extension lifts, and vehicles/carts/trailers.
Willingness and ability to learn and use specialized software.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other basic computer applications.
Committed to providing excellent customer service rooted in courtesy, respect, and approachability.
Enthusiastic about contributing to the success of a major community center.
Dedicated to continuous improvement and ongoing professional development.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to understand and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality.
Able to work independently with initiative and collaboratively as part of a team.
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
Capable of contributing to project teams with a focus on results and operational excellence.
Physically and mentally fit to respond to emergency situations as needed.

Responsibilities

Lawn, Tree, and Shrub Maintenance – Perform assigned lawn, tree, and shrub maintenance.
Annual and Perennial Ornamental Garden Maintenance – Maintain assigned garden areas including seasonal flower displays and perennials.
Paved Area Maintenance – Perform routine cleaning, basic repair, and snow and ice removal of the parking lots, walkways, and other paved areas.
Leaf Removal – Perform removal of leaves from lawns, shrub, and planting beds.
Equipment and Ornamental Mechanical Fixture Maintenance – Maintain and repair tools and equipment as needed for proper function, as well as garden restrooms, drinking fountains, and garden furniture and fixtures.
Security/Public Relations – Greet visitors, maintain the security and integrity of the grounds and campus, and serve as a source of information for visitors.
Irrigation Maintenance – Monitor and maintain irrigation systems.
Landscaping Builds – Which includes dirt work, rock work, and other hardscape installation. It also includes installing all manner of plants, mulch, drainage and low voltage lighting.
Perform mulching, weeding, trenching, planting, and other basic landscape tasks that would fall under traditional landscape maintenance operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.