POSITION: LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN
LOCATION: Comalapa Air Base, El Salvador
Cooperative Security Location (CSL)
DEPARTMENT: Grounds Maintenance
CSL SERIES: 3103EN
CLASSIFICATION: Local National Position - Salvadoran Citizenship Required
SUMMARY
The Landscape Technician is accountable for overseeing the proper maintenance and enhancement of the grounds at the Cooperative Security Location. This role encompasses a variety of tasks, including lawn mowing, grass trimming, tree and shrub pruning, flower and bush planting, plant fertilization, leaf raking, and debris removal.
A key responsibility of the Landscape Technician is ensuring effective irrigation throughout the premises. This includes setting up, adjusting, and maintaining irrigation systems to deliver the optimal amount of water to plants and greenery. Additionally, the technician may be tasked with pest control duties, including implementing appropriate removal measures when necessary.
Weed control is another essential component of ground maintenance at the Cooperative Security Location.
The Landscape Technician is expected to employ both manual and mechanical methods to remove unwanted vegetation. In certain instances, the use of approved herbicide treatments may be applied selectively as part of the weed control process.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for maintaining the appearance and functionality of outdoor spaces, including lawn mowing, hedge trimming, flower planting, mulching, and performing minor repairs.
- Manages the planting and care of trees, shrubs, flowers, and other plant life, including tasks such as watering, fertilizing, and pruning.
- Installs, adjusts, and maintains sprinklers and irrigation systems to ensure proper watering.
- Prepares outdoor areas for adverse weather conditions by covering furniture with protective tarps, securing loose items, and positioning sandbags as necessary.
- Manages garden maintenance, including planting, fertilizing, weeding, soil conditioning, mulching, and applying pesticides.
- Orders and tracks supplies and equipment necessary for landscaping and maintenance activities.
- Removes and disposes of trash and debris from outdoor areas to maintain cleanliness and safety.
- Operates and maintains a variety of landscaping tools and machinery, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other equipment.
- Ensures that pathways, sidewalks, and parking areas are properly maintained, clean, and safe.
- Actively participates in landscaping projects, such as the installation of new plantings, sod, or irrigation systems.
- Collaborates with other maintenance teams as required to ensure efficient operations.
- Conducts routine inspections and maintenance of lawn equipment, reporting any damage or malfunctions to the motor pool for prompt resolution.
- Performs regular cleaning and lubrication of equipment to maintain optimal performance and longevity.
- Implement preventive maintenance protocols to ensure all equipment is consistently functional.
- Cleans, polishes, and maintains the appearance of all landscaping machinery, including tractors, mowers, blowers, and weed eaters, using appropriate cleaning agents and methods.
- Ensures that all blades on equipment are sharpened regularly to promote the health of vegetation and optimal cutting performance.
- Adheres to safety standards by using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, and face masks when operating sharp tools or machinery to minimize safety risks.
- Ensures that weed control and fertilizer practices comply with Salvadoran national and local regulations.
EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS
- High School degree
- At least One year experience in groundskeeping is preferred.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Embassy Security Clearance
- Must have and maintain a valid Salvadoran driver’s license.
- Must be able to successfully complete and pass a drug/alcohol test.
- May be required to take a medical evaluation by a company approved physician.
- Must have a safe driving record, as defined by corporate policy, to operate corporate and US Government vehicles.
- Must have practical knowledge of worksite safety, occupational hazards and CSL standard safety practices.
- Must be able to perform duties under adverse weather conditions (extreme heat, high winds etc.).
- Must be able and willing to work alternate shift schedules when necessary to meet mission requirements, to include off-hours, weekends and holidays.
- Duties will require frequent periods of sitting, standing, kneeling, walking, crouching, crawling, reaching, lifting and balancing. Physically fit to bend, stoop, and lift in awkward positions and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Demonstrates leadership by modeling desired behaviors appropriate to the work environment.
- Displays courtesy and skill in dealing with program personnel and customers.
- Must be able to work alternate shift schedules when necessary to meet mission requirements of the customer, to include weekends and holidays.
- Prioritizes and schedules assignments to meet priorities.
- Continually monitors program performance and takes appropriate action promptly.
- Follow up on suspense items to ensure timely completion.
- Must have practical knowledge of worksite safety, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices.
- Follow dress protocols for the position – neat clean appearance.
Who We Are:
Headquartered in Washington, DC, Versar Global Solutions provides full mission lifecycle solutions for challenges faced by our government and commercial Customers in the natural, built, and digital environments. With team members around the world and a rich legacy spanning more than 50 years, Versar Global Solutions delivers a broad array of planning, analysis and risk management solutions, project and program management, operations and maintenance services, and information technology applications for environmental management and remediation projects, mission critical facilities and installations, and in support of readiness and contingency operations.
EEO Commitment
Versar Global Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Versar Global Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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