Lawn Care Technician

About the role

The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is seeking a dedicated Lawn Care Technician to support the landscaping and grounds maintenance needs of our campus community. This role is an integral part of a collaborative team committed to keeping the campus safe, clean, and visually appealing year-round. The team works in a variety of weather conditions and performs essential maintenance tasks, including the removal of debris, snow, and ice, to ensure the safety of students, employees, and visitors throughout the campus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the existing lawns by keeping them presentable to campus and community.
• Pull weeds from flowerbeds and sidewalks.
• Prune trees, shrubs, and hedges.
• Plant new flowers, bushes, plants, and decorative shrubs.
• Rake fallen leaves and remove debris.
• Keep pedestrian areas removed of snow and ice.
• Properly store and handle all equipment, tools, sprinklers, fertilizer, etc.
• Oversee maintenance repairs to equipment, landscape structures, and hardscape walkways.
• Additional assistance moving furniture, setting up for events, or processing recyclables may be required.
• Other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; trade or technical school diploma or degree is preferred.
• Previous experience in landscaping or ground keeping is preferred.
• Must have operational knowledge of lawn maintenance equipment such as lawnmowers, string trimmers, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, and chainsaws.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Telemedicine
• Long term disability
• Tuition waivers
• 403(b)-retirement plan
• HSA, FSA, & dependent care accounts
• Generous holiday schedule and paid leave program