Landscape and Turf Technician

JOB PURPOSE

Midwestern Baptist takes great pride in our campus and our facilities. The Turf Technician is responsible for the cultivation and care of the landscaping and grounds surrounding our main campus buildings and housing areas. Plant flowers, mow, trim, and work snow removal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform grounds keeping duties
• Complete preventative maintenance on landscaping equipment
• Cut lawn using hand, power, or riding mowers, trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls
• Trim trees to maintain proper growth or to eliminate a danger threat
• Plant and maintain ornamental grasses and flowers on a seasonal basis
• Trim and weed multiple flower beds and containers
• Maintain clean work environment
• Shovel snow and apply ice treatment to provide safe environment for staff, visitors, and students
• Remove unsightly trash and debris from public areas by regularly inspecting grounds
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Christian with high integrity, actively pursuing a relationship with God
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Familiar with common landscaping equipment and tools
• Positive attitude
• Self-starter with a desire and willingness to learn
• Must hold a valid driver's license
• Able to pass background screening, including driving record
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Strong attention to detail
• Communicate with people on campus in a professional manner; must be professional and personable
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Must be a team player and committed to working in a quality environment