Landscape Technician

$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.