Landscape Technician

Charlotte NC

Description

Job Description Landscape Technicians at the U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC) work in small crews to ensure an attractively landscaped and carefully maintained facility. Technicians can either be hired as full-time, benefits-eligible employees or part-time employees and report directly to the Landscaping & Grounds Manager. Responsibilities • Develop the USNWC grounds by maintaining the appearance of hardscapes such as roads, curb, and gutters, parking lots, walkways, stairs, fences, retaining walls, and stormwater structures. And also maintain and improve softscapes such as turf and ornamental plants, gardens, landscaped beds, maintained natural areas, and stormwater retention areas. • Assist other departments, facility crews, and contractors with maintenance and projects onsite. • Ensure the safety of guests while performing tasks with landscape equipment such as blowers, trimmers, and mowers. • Work as a member of a small team and individually to complete assigned tasks. • Ability to work outdoors for sustained periods of time under varying weather conditions. • Maintain availability to work evenings, weekends, and holiday work as required. Requirements • Experience in mowing and landscape maintenance • Additional experience in a specialized trade is beneficial – e.g. irrigation, pest management, landscape installation, etc. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment • Ability to work outdoors for sustained periods of time under varying weather conditions Physical Requirements • Able to reach, bend and stoop frequently • Able to lift and carry at least 75 pounds over various terrain • Able to sit or stand on mowing equipment for prolonged periods Benefits • Facility Access • Staff Discount Program • Health, Dental, Vision • Flexible Spending Account • 401 (k) Culture The Whitewater Center is dedicated to the promotion of the active, outdoor lifestyle. We are a team whose culture and work environment facilitate real engagement through real experiences. Since 2006, the Whitewater Center has engaged all levels of participants through its activity passes, instruction, youth programming, festivals, races, and other outdoor events. Opportunities can be found at the Whitewater Center for those interested in active summer jobs, a gateway into the outdoor lifestyle, or furthering your career in the outdoor industry. Legal Disclosures The Whitewater Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer that participates in the E-Verify program. Please apply through our Employment Page: