Pond Maintenance Technician
States of Guernsey · Lloyd, NY · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
We are looking for a full-time Pond Maintenance Technician to join our friendly and hardworking team. 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining and caring for ponds, including the general upkeep of ponds, filters, pumps, and water features
- Testing and managing water quality
- Algae control, removing algae, debris, sludge, and invasive plants
- Caring for pond fish and aquatic plants
- Installing and repairing pond pumps, pond filtration systems, liners, and pipework
- Finding and repairing pond leaks
- Carrying out seasonal pond maintenance
- Advising customers on pond care and equipment
- Completing accurate job records and reporting issues to customers and supervisors
Requirements
- Some previous experience with pond maintenance, landscaping, gardening, or similar work (not essential)
- Good practical skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn
- Good physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Reliable and hardworking
- Basic plumbing and electrical awareness, or the ability to work safely around water and electrical equipment
- Basic knowledge of fish, plants, and water quality
- Problem-solving and fault-finding skills
- Good customer-service and communication skills
- Full driving license required
Benefits
- Rate of pay dependent on experience and skills
- 15 days paid holiday, plus PTO over the Christmas period
- Paid bank holidays
- Private pension scheme
- Use of work vehicle
- PPE provided
- Friendly and flexible working environment
- Opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills within the field
Schedule
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.