Landscape Technician

 OceanView is a vibrant, 21st-century retirement community nestled in beautiful Falmouth, Maine. We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Landscape/Maintenance Technician II to enhance the beauty and ensure the safety of our campus for our beloved residents. This is a critical role for our community!

We're looking for someone with a strong work ethic and a positive, team-player attitude who is ready to make a significant impact.

About the Role:

As our Landscape/Maintenance Technician II, you'll be responsible for the comprehensive maintenance of all physical aspects of the community, with a strong emphasis on grounds care. You'll perform diversified duties, including installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining facility equipment, always adhering to safety standards and established maintenance processes.

Grounds Maintenance:

• Perform manual labor for the construction, care, and maintenance of lawns and flowerbeds (mowing, raking, shoveling, cleaning up winter kill, watering, fertilizing, planting trees/shrubs).
• Grade and prepare bases, lay sod and/or seed, and expertly edge lawns.
• Prune and cultivate shrubbery and flowers, applying chemicals to weeds and trees when necessary.
• Operate and maintain a wide range of landscaping power equipment safely (e.g., chainsaw, string trimmer, edger, weed whacker, push/riding mower, leaf vacuum, front-end loader).
• Troubleshoot and adjust irrigation systems.
• Install multiple tractor implements.

Facilities Maintenance:

• Perform routine maintenance on building interiors and exteriors.
• Install, repair, and maintain fencing.
• Conduct golf cart tire changes and properly fill golf cart batteries.

Equipment & Repair:

• Fuel, lubricate, and perform minor adjustments and repairs to all lawn and snow removal equipment.
• Change out and sharpen mower blades.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled equipment repairs.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test, and make adjustments.
• Detect faulty operations, defective materials, and report unusual situations to a supervisor.

Snow Removal & Emergency Response:

• Perform manual labor and operate power equipment for snow removal (e.g., snow blower, connecting sander to truck).
• Be available for after-hour calls and work overtime to meet emergency demands, including snow removal.

Safety & Operations:

• Comply with OSHA safety and health rules, working in a safe manner and recognizing/addressing unsafe situations.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Efficiently handle daily work orders in a timely manner.
• Maintain a schedule of maintenance performed and due dates.

Professionalism & Teamwork:

• Provide exceptional customer service to all residents.
• Work and communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Consistently maintain professionalism regarding dress code, company cell phone use, and positive communication.
• Consistently produce quality and quantity of work.
• Seek out additional responsibilities.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

BENEFITS:

OceanView offers an excellent benefits package including Medical Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, a generous paid-time-off program, Disability & Life coverage, a 401(k) with company match and access to supplemental benefits. Company paid short disability insurance plan, employee assistance program, and free access to on-site fitness center.

Other benefits include access to onsite Fitness Center and a Sunday River Condo and Rangeley Lake house stay drawings quarterly.

Are you ready to be a central part of a team that delivers genuine Warmth with a foundation of Wisdom, and a commitment to Wellness, all resulting in an experience of "Wow"?

*A full job description is available upon request.

 Required Skills & Experience:

Three years experience performing similar function, plus general mechanical skills.

High School diploma or GED required.

• Proven experience as a Landscape/Maintenance Technician, with a focus on grounds care.
• Moderate knowledge of proper pruning techniques and plant/perennial recognition.
• Proficiency in safely operating various landscaping power equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and adjust irrigation systems and install tractor implements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude for equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting requirements.
• Flexibility for after-hour calls and overtime, particularly for snow removal.