Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

American Heritage Schools of Palm Beach County are currently accepting applications for Ground Maintenance Technicians.

Benefits Include:

• 100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children *

• 50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children

• Free Day Summer Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.

• Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working

• Yearly cash bonuses

• 401K with partial employer match after a year of employment

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial

• Pet Insurance options

• Short-term & Long-term Disability options

• Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

• Affordable Company housing when available

* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

American Heritage School is a nationally recognized college preparatory school for students in PK3-12th grades with two campuses in South Florida. The rigorous and well-rounded curriculum includes over 300-course offerings with 133 honors classes, 29 Advanced Placement (AP) classes, a Pre-Professional Program with Pre-Med, Pre-Law, Pre-Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Business, and Computer Science, a Science Research Institute, and 75 fine arts courses. American Heritage is ranked #1 private school in the nation and #1 high school in Florida for the highest number of nationally recognized scholars, #1 private school in the U.S. in math, #1 in Florida in science fair, and #1 mock trial and moot court teams in Florida.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Ground Maintenance Technician is to ensure that the grounds of the school campus are maintained, orderly, and healthy in order to provide a visually appealing and safe outdoor environment.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mow, edge, and fertilize lawns

• Weed and mulch landscape beds

• Trim hedges, shrubs, and small trees

• Remove dead, damaged, or unwanted trees

• Plant flowers, trees, and shrubs

• Water lawns, landscapes, and gardens

• Monitor and maintain plant health

• Operating and maintaining garden and landscaping equipment

• Preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions by weatherproofing, covering outdoor furniture with tarps, tidying down unsecured items, etc.

• Installing or maintaining sprinkler and irrigation systems

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Landscaping or grounds maintenance experience preferred but not required

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Self-motivated

• Familiarity with sprinkler systems and other landscaping equipment

• Knowledge of gardening techniques and products such as fertilizers and pesticides

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Extreme/various weather conditions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physical stamina

• Ability to stand, kneel, or walk for long periods of time

• Ability to lift 60 pounds

Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your “at-will” status.

AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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