Grounds Technician - NSS

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaped areas, lawns, trees, shrubs, and other exterior spaces
• Promote safe work practices and maintain a clean, professional appearance throughout the facility
• Operate landscaping equipment and tools safely and efficiently
• Identify and report irrigation, plant health, and safety concerns
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete scheduled grounds maintenance activities
• Support seasonal landscaping and beautification projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Mandatory: High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, lawn care, or outdoor maintenance
• General knowledge of landscaping practices and grounds maintenance safety procedures
• Experience operating commercial landscaping equipment and power tools
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and trailers as required
• Ability to obtain and maintain required NASA site access and credentials

Preferred

• Experience supporting NASA, Federal, or government contractor environments
• Experience operating commercial landscaping or grounds maintenance equipment
• Experience with irrigation systems or tree maintenance

Job Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Frequent use of landscaping equipment, hand tools, and power equipment
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and push or pull equipment for extended periods
• Ability to climb ladders and navigate uneven terrain as needed
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toe boots, safety glasses, hard hat, and gloves
• Physical ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, and inclement weather conditions for extended periods

Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to heat, cold, rain, humidity, dust, pollen, insects, noise, and uneven terrain
• Frequent use of landscaping equipment, hand tools, and power equipment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
• Frequent use of landscaping equipment, hand tools, and power equipment
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and push or pull equipment for extended periods
• Ability to climb ladders and navigate uneven terrain as needed
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toe boots, safety glasses, hard hat, and gloves
• Physical ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, and inclement weather conditions for extended periods

Disclosures

• Chugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
• Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
• In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.
• Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.