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Operations: Lawn Technician
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What they do
A Lawn Care or Pesticide Technician provides lawn care that includes the application of chemicals to control weeds, insects or diseases. Works for lawn care companies that specialize in chemical treatments. Provides services for residential lawns or the grounds at a building or office park.
$39,819 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Operations:
Lawn Technician
Hempstead ISD
Maintenance - Hempstead, Texas This job is also posted in Hempstead ISD
Job Details
Job ID:
5911069
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Position Summary
Job Title:
Grounds Worker / Groundskeeper
Reports To:
Maintenance Director or Grounds Foreman
Primary Purpose:
Maintain safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing landscaping and athletic areas across district properties. Key Responsibilities
Lawn and Turf Care:
Mow, edge, and trim lawns, curbs, and sidewalks. Fertilize, aerate, seed, and control weeds across district property.
Landscaping:
Plant, prune, and care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and flower beds. Mulch planting beds and clear leaves or debris.
Athletic Field Maintenance:
Prepare athletic fields for games by mowing, dragging, chalking lines, and painting stripes.
Grounds Upkeep:
Empty outdoor trash cans, pick up litter from grounds and parking lots, and pressure wash concrete surfaces.
Irrigation and Repairs:
Inspect, clean, and perform minor repairs on sprinkler systems and drainage areas.
Equipment Maintenance:
Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, and light repairs on mowers, tractors, weed eaters, and hand tools.
Safety and Compliance:
Follow strict OSHA and district safety protocols when operating power machinery or handling fertilizers and herbicides. Report unsafe conditions or playground hazards immediately. Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or GED preferred, or basic reading and writing skills.
Experience:
Prior experience in commercial groundskeeping, landscaping, or operating small engine power equipment.
Licenses:
Valid driver's license (often a state driver's license is required to drive district trucks/trailers).
Physical Demands:
Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain), walk or stand for long hours, and regularly lift/carry equipment weighing 45 to 50 pounds or more.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$21,715 to $32,928 Per Year
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required