Technician III - Grounds

We deliver affordable, reliable ELECTRICITY, with a focus on EFFICIENCY and a commitment to ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP. We are dedicated to ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, providing resources and supporting economic growth. Our EMPLOYEES are our greatest asset in meeting our mission to be an Oklahoma Agency of Excellence.

Position Overview

The Grounds Technician is responsible for maintaining the exterior grounds of the facility, ensuring a clean, safe, and aesthetically pleasing environment. This role includes routine landscaping, lawn care, and outdoor maintenance tasks. The Grounds Technician will also assist with seasonal duties and collaborate with other maintenance staff to ensure the property is well-maintained.

Essential Duties:

- Perform routine landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, and planting.

- Maintain flower beds, trees, and shrubs, ensuring proper watering, fertilizing, and pest control.

- Monitor and maintain irrigation systems, ensuring proper functioning and scheduling.

- Keep walkways, parking areas, and outdoor spaces clear of debris, leaves, snow, and ice.

- Perform routine inspections of outdoor equipment and report maintenance needs or repairs.

- Safely operate a variety of tools and equipment, including lawn mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.

- Operate heavy equipment such as Man lift, Back-hoe, Dump Truck, Skid Loader with attachments, or other equipment used in the construction, repair, or maintenance of GRDA facilities.

- Ensure proper disposal of waste and recycling materials following local environmental regulations.

- Apply insecticides, pesticides, and other pest control treatments inside the facility and on the grounds.

- Remove debris, leaves, and other obstructions from building roofs, gutters, and drains.

- Perform power washing of restrooms, balconies, decks, and other surfaces.

- Repair and maintain roads and gravel bars.

- Prepare and install cement pads for structures or equipment, ensuring proper leveling and durability.

- Install, repair, and maintain cement pads and picnic tables

- Attend and participate in quarterly safety meetings and training classes.

- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualities:

- General knowledge of handling herbicides.

- Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment and tools.

- Basic knowledge of plant care, lawn care, and irrigation systems.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

- Strong communication skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively with team members and leaders.

Education and/or Experience:

- High School diploma or equivalent required, vocational/trade school preferred.

- Minimum of 4 years of experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or related field required.

Certificates, Registrations, Licenses:

- Valid Oklahoma driver’s license, or the ability to convert within 30 days for those with an out of state driver’s license that are an Oklahoma resident.

- Obtain Spray Licenses with in first year.

- Maintain CEU’s for Spray License.

Physical/Mental Requirements & Working Conditions:

- Must be able to lift, move and carry weights of 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

- Must be able to perform work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

- Required to bend, stoop, perform above shoulder work and work with arms extended.

- Ability to stand, walk, and perform outdoor labor for extended periods.

- Physical ability to perform tasks that require working at heights and in various weather conditions.

Other information:

- Must be 18 years of age or older.

- Work is performed primarily at the Ecosystems Center in Langley, Oklahoma with occasional travel to other GRDA facilities as needed.

- Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

- Highly competitive benefits package.

If you’re passionate about growth, teamwork, and making an impact, you’ll love building your career with us.