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Landscape Technician

Inns of Aurora

Aurora, new york


Job Details

Full-time


Full Job Description

$18-$20 hourly depending on experience.

Inns of aurora, llc core values:

While our employees’ skill-sets vary greatly from position to position, our core set of values remain the same. As an Inns of Aurora, LLC employee, learning and exemplifying these characteristics is a key part to your success. All Inns of Aurora employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics as defined in the Inns of Aurora, LLC handbook:

  • Courage
  • Initiative
  • Dependability
  • Flexibility
  • Integrity
  • Judgment
  • Respect for others

Position purpose:

  • Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Landscape Technician will be responsible for the care and maintenance of the Inns of Aurora properties.
  • Operate tractors, trucks, mowers, cutters, edger’s and other necessary equipment for maintenance of the properties
  • Assist the Facilities Manager in scheduling and supervising the care, maintenance and operation of the properties
  • Operate and demonstrate the proper use of equipment and power hand tools
  • Maintain the irrigation, planting, and pruning of trees, shrubs and grasses
  • Supervise and participate in the propagation of grass, trees, shrubs and other plants through planting, fertilizing, etc.
  • Assist with the mowing of lawns, mulching, and weeding
  • Maintain and repair sprinklers and watering systems
  • Check and perform the efficient operation of power mowing machines, tractors and other automotive equipment used in maintenance and patrolling work
  • Assist in Spring and Fall clean up involving leaf removal, gutter cleaning and other exterior debris removal
  • Participate in and oversee snow removal operations, snow melt application and other winter weather related activities
  • Assist in snow removal operations, snow melt and other applications
  • Perform other duties, as assigned
  • Maintain regular attendance

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of the methods, materials, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment used in various grounds maintenance activities including mowing, edging, trimming, and weed and pest control
  • Basic understanding of plants, trees and ground cover materials
  • Working knowledge of health and safety regulations related to power equipment and toxic chemical applications
  • Ability to operate assigned equipment including, but not limited to plow truck, snow blower, tractor, lawn mower
  • Working knowledge of health and safety regulations related to power equipment and toxic chemical applications
  • Ability to communicate effectively with others in a team environment
  • Previous customer service experience
  • Ability to work independently, with little or no supervision
  • A friendly and professional work ethic and demeanor
  • Flexibility in scheduling, including nights and weekend availability


Preferences:

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate and an at least one year of grounds maintenance or year-round outdoor work experience
  • Completed trade and vocational courses
  • Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in horticulture, or related field
  • Certification in trade (carpenter, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, related) preferred



Benefits

We are proud to offer outstanding benefits to all of our employees.

Full-time employees, those working 30 hours per week or more on average, are offered competitive medical and dental benefits, as well as generous paid time off packages.

Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate in our 401K program and supplementary benefits.

We are particularly proud to offer all of our employees a highly competitive employee discount at all of our lodging and dining properties.

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