EveryAge
Maintenance Technician-Landscaping & Grounds
EveryAge, Newton, North Carolina, United States, 28658
Job Description
Job Description
Abernethy Laurels is seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician with a strong background in lawn care, landscaping, and general maintenance. The ideal candidate will have 5–6 years of hands-on experience in groundskeeping, operating heavy equipment, and performing basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks. A passion for outdoor work and a working knowledge of plants, bushes, and trees is essential.
Key Responsibilities: • Maintain landscaped areas, including planting, pruning and seasonal clean-up. • Operate and maintain heavy equipment such as tractors, skid steers, and other landscaping machinery. • Conduct minor repairs and maintenance in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry as needed. • Assist with irrigation system maintenance and troubleshooting. • Monitor plant health and recommend treatments or replacements as necessary. • Ensure all grounds and outdoor areas are safe, clean, and visually appealing. • Support seasonal projects such as snow removal, leaf cleanup, and storm preparation. • Collaborate with the Facilities team to support overall campus maintenance needs.
Qualifications: • Minimum 5–6 years of experience in landscaping, lawn care, and general maintenance. • Proficient in operating heavy equipment and tractors. • Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. • Familiarity with plant care, including trees, shrubs, and flowers. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. • Valid driver’s license required
Preferred Skills: • Knowledge of native plants and sustainable landscaping practices
Job Description
Abernethy Laurels is seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician with a strong background in lawn care, landscaping, and general maintenance. The ideal candidate will have 5–6 years of hands-on experience in groundskeeping, operating heavy equipment, and performing basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks. A passion for outdoor work and a working knowledge of plants, bushes, and trees is essential.
Key Responsibilities: • Maintain landscaped areas, including planting, pruning and seasonal clean-up. • Operate and maintain heavy equipment such as tractors, skid steers, and other landscaping machinery. • Conduct minor repairs and maintenance in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry as needed. • Assist with irrigation system maintenance and troubleshooting. • Monitor plant health and recommend treatments or replacements as necessary. • Ensure all grounds and outdoor areas are safe, clean, and visually appealing. • Support seasonal projects such as snow removal, leaf cleanup, and storm preparation. • Collaborate with the Facilities team to support overall campus maintenance needs.
Qualifications: • Minimum 5–6 years of experience in landscaping, lawn care, and general maintenance. • Proficient in operating heavy equipment and tractors. • Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. • Familiarity with plant care, including trees, shrubs, and flowers. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. • Valid driver’s license required
Preferred Skills: • Knowledge of native plants and sustainable landscaping practices