Maintenance Technician / Exterior Grounds

## About Us From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi-site retail portfolios, we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nation’s leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self-performed, site-based operations to energy-efficiency upgrades and supplier-managed interior/exterior maintenance. ## Job Summary The Exterior Grounds Maintenance Tech 1 supports the Exterior Maintenance team in maintaining the appearance, safety, and functionality of outdoor areas throughout the facility. This role performs hands-on exterior work including landscaping, grounds cleanup, sidewalk and parking lot maintenance, and exterior building upkeep. The Tech 1 works under the direction of the Exterior Grounds Maintenance Lead (Tech 2) and other senior team members. Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-focused, physically capable, and willing to learn a variety of exterior maintenance skills in a team environment while supporting EMCOR’s “Zero Hero” safety culture. ## Essential Duties & Responsibilities **Field (95%)** - Assist with routine landscaping tasks including mowing, edging, trimming, and weed-eating. - Maintain cleanliness and safety of sidewalks, parking lots, curbs, ditch banks, and exterior walkways. - Perform debris removal, litter pickup, and general grounds cleanup. - Support tree trimming, brush clearing, and seasonal grounds work as directed. - Assist with basic irrigation system maintenance and inspections. - Help with pressure washing of sidewalks, buildings, and exterior surfaces. - Assist with minor hardscape and concrete repairs. - Safely operate hand tools and basic landscaping equipment; operate larger equipment under supervision as trained. - Assist with exterior building maintenance tasks such as inspections, minor repairs, and appearance upkeep. - Perform other related duties as assigned to support team operations **Administrative (5%)** - Accurately complete timesheets, paid time off requests, and required documentation. - Communicate work progress, issues, and safety concerns to the team lead or supervisor. **Safety (100%)** - Maintain personal safety awareness and work within physical limits. - Follow all company safety policies and procedures. - Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times. - Support and participate in EMCOR’s “Zero Hero” safety culture. - Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or near misses to supervision immediately. - Demonstrate safe work behaviors as a condition of employment. ## Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent preferred. - Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, maintenance, or outdoor labor preferred but not required. - Willingness to learn landscaping, hardscape, and exterior maintenance skills. - Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team. - Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools. - Valid driver’s license preferred (required for certain equipment operations). - Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail. ## Physical Demands - Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. - Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. - Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, and reaching. - Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods. - Ability to safely wear and use PPE and operate tools and equipment. ## Equal Opportunity Employer As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled ## Affirmative Action Policy Please review our Affirmative Action Policy. ## Notice to Prospective Employees Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulen…