Grounds Maintenance Technician

JOB SUMMARY The Grounds Maintenance Technician supports the maintenance of terminal facilities and grounds to ensure safe and efficient operations. This position primarily works day shift but may occasionally require weekend and holiday work, as well as emergency callouts. The Grounds Maintenance Technician works both independently and as part of a high-performance team and is encouraged to seek support from Maintenance Mechanics when needed. This is an entry-level position that offers opportunities for growth and development into mechanical roles for those interested in advancing their skills. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate with the immediate supervisor to complete prioritized projects and work orders safely and efficiently.

Assist with the construction, maintenance, and care of terminal grounds, including grass, shrubbery, flower beds, and trees.

Perform routine and directed groundskeeping and landscaping maintenance.

Clean stormwater systems and remove accumulated debris.

Inspect, maintain, and repair terminal properties and site amenities, including signs, cables, chains, barricades, gates, posts, fences, and rock walls.

Perform repairs to roadways, sidewalks, and parking lots, as applicable.

Regularly inspect grounds, drains, manhole covers, and other areas for trash and debris. Rake, sweep, collect, and bag leaves, dirt, and other debris from roadways, sidewalks, and parking lots, and transport waste to designated collection points.

Properly and safely apply chemicals used in groundskeeping, horticulture, and turf management. Follow written and verbal instructions for mixing and applying chemicals according to specifications, and properly dispose of, store, and label chemical products as directed.

Safely operate vehicles and equipment, including pickup trucks, tractors, backhoes, telehandlers, forklifts, aerial lifts, and mowers.

Operate groundskeeping tools and equipment, including chainsaws, line trimmers, leaf blowers, sprayers, power tools, and other related equipment.

Perform routine and preventive maintenance and cleaning of groundskeeping and building maintenance tools, equipment, and machinery within the scope of the position.

Conduct safety inspections of terminal grounds and related site amenities.

Work on elevated platforms accessed by ladders or stairs, as required.