We are seeking a Grounds Landscape Maintenance Technician to work at the Catholic University.

The Facilities Maintenance and Operations Department is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all university owned or leased buildings and any other facility assigned to the Facilities Maintenance Department as well as all grounds and vehicle/equipment assigned to the Facilities Maintenance Department. This position is classified as an essential position. Performs landscaping activities such as planning and layout of projects, grass cutting, leave removal, planting and cultivating shrubs, trees, turf and flowers, and pesticide applications. Operates landscaping equipment. The incumbent participates in emergencies such as, but not limited to, snow removal, storm prep and damage operations, etc. as requested. The incumbent will report to the Grounds Manager or Team Leader and assist in maintaining the campus plant life, turf, roads, parking areas, walks, exterior drains and equipment. Required to participate in emergency call backs when assigned.

The University offers an excellent benefits package! This includes tuition remission including eligible dependents; vision plans, Carefirst BC/BS medical plans, dental, prescription, and life insurance, EAP; and as eligible generous leave package including sick/bereavement, vacation, sick; and holiday breaks.

Supports lead landscape technician and seasonal support personnel on a daily basis for landscape, grounds, emergency, snow/ice maintenance and operations. Performs and is responsible for applying proper industry standard practices in landscape maintenance, design /build projects, irrigation, pesticides, snow removal, landscape lighting, hardscape repairs, equipment, tool use and operation in a professional safe manner. Applies and is responsible for providing daily work planning, deficiencies, procedures, communication updates, and completion of reports, and forms as designated by industry standards, university policies, and government regulations. Provide support, awareness, and technical oversight to other landscape workers, and temporary assigned personnel, active campus community members such as other staff, faculty, and students for special events and other university functions. Assists with applying IPM practices and awareness, and following current departmental initiatives such as organic/sustainable activities in landscape management operations. Requires extensive and heavy physical activity and dexterity.

High school diploma/G.E.D. and 2-3 years, unless exceptional education or specialized work experience can be documented.

Knowledge of proper planting/ transplanting techniques for trees, shrubs and ornamentals.
Knowledge of plant diseases and plant pest diagnosis.
Knowledge of effective, safe application of pesticides and fertilizers.
Knowledge of proper safe operation of mowing equipment, edging, trimming, blowing, chain saw and other grounds equipment and machines.
Ability to read and interpret plans and blueprints oriented towards horticultural projects.
Ability to plan and schedule work to accomplish assigned tasks.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic.
Some knowledge of construction techniques and practices as applied to roads, sidewalks, storm drains concrete and asphalt projects

This position is an essential function/employee position. Employees in this classification will be required to report to work or remain at work during inclement weather and/or other campus events or emergencies. Drivers license is required.