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Grounds Maintenance Technician ULTRALawn Hiawatha, IA Job Details Part-time | Seasonal | Full-time $19 - $22 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid training AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) On-the-job training Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Snow removal Grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment operation Landscape maintenance Outdoor work experience Customer service Mowing High school diploma or GED Driver's License Mobile devices Full Job Description Since 1985, ULTRALawn has served customers throughout the Cedar Rapids area. We're hiring Grounds Maintenance Technicians for mowing, landscape maintenance, specialty lawn services, and snow removal. No professional experience is required. We provide paid hands-on training, and experienced applicants are also encouraged to apply. Starting pay reflects relevant experience, equipment proficiency, driving record, certifications, and other qualifications. What You'll Do Perform mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, seeding, aeration, cleanup, and other property-maintenance services Complete assigned routes, daily schedules, and service records using a company tablet Safely operate and care for company vehicles and professional equipment Inspect properties and communicate professionally with customers Assist other service teams and participate in snow removal as needed The Job, Honestly This is physical outdoor work in heat, cold, rain, mud, dust, and snow. Previous equipment experience is not required, but you must be willing to learn and safely operate professional equipment. Most active-season weeks run 30-45 hours and average approximately 40; hours are weather-dependent and cannot be guaranteed. Shifts may occasionally run past 12 hours during peak growth, weather recovery, or snow events. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and on-call snow removal—including occasional overnight, Sunday, and holiday work—are part of the job. This is an hourly, non-exempt position; overtime is paid as required by applicable law. Benefits and Advancement Paid hands-on training Employee discount 401(k) with company match after one year, subject to plan terms Certification assistance and advancement opportunities We help interested employees work toward Iowa Core and 3T pesticide certification. Employees who earn both certifications and move into a certified position qualify for higher pay and an expanded benefits package after applicable waiting periods. That package includes company-subsidized health insurance; access to dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance; paid holidays; and vacation. Eligible insurance benefits continue through the seasonal winter layoff for certified employees. What We're Looking For At least 18 years old Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record Willing to learn and safely operate professional equipment Able to use a company tablet and mobile technology Able to lift or carry up to 100 pounds and perform demanding outdoor work, with or without reasonable accommodation Dependable, professional, and eager to learn Already hold Iowa Core and 3T certification? See our separate Certified Lawn Care Technician opening. ULTRALawn is locally owned and an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Application Question(s): This position requires employees to be at least 18 years old to operate company vehicles and equipment. Are you at least 18? Are you willing to participate in on-call snow removal, including early mornings, evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, holidays, and short-notice call-ins?

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person