Building and Grounds Technician

Musco Lighting

. Perform routine grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, vegetation control, landscaping, leaf removal, and general property upkeep .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeOskaloosa • Iowa • United StatesJunior💰 $20 - $25 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grounds maintenance and facilities upkeep, including preventive maintenance and equipment operation. Proficient in using maintenance management systems to document activities and prioritize tasks based on safety and operational needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Grounds MaintenancePreventive MaintenanceEquipment OperationMaintenance Management SystemsInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

LandscapingVegetation ControlRoutine InspectionsTroubleshootingSnow RemovalLeaf RemovalGeneral Property UpkeepSafety AssessmentCorrective ActionsWaste Management

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingTeam-Oriented Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Limble CMMSMowersUtility VehiclesTractorsSkid SteersPower ToolsPlow TrucksSnow Blowers

Industry Keywords

Facilities MaintenanceGroundskeepingService RequestsOperational NeedsMusco Solutions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, vegetation control, landscaping, leaf removal, and general property upkeep
Complete preventive maintenance inspections and tasks on grounds and facilities equipment according to established schedules and manufacturer recommendations
Operate and maintain grounds and facilities equipment, including mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, skid steers, trailers, hand and power tools
Respond to facility service requests and work orders
Prioritize activities based on safety, urgency, operational needs, and supervisor direction
Document work performed, labor hours, inspections, parts usage, and preventive maintenance activities in Limble CMMS
Conduct routine facility and grounds inspections to identify maintenance needs and unsafe conditions
Complete corrective actions within the scope of the role or report concerns as appropriate
Maintain recycling, shredding, and waste management activities
Clean company fleet vehicles
Support facility operations through room moves, furniture installation, event setups, deliveries, material handling, and minor facility modifications
Perform seasonal snow and ice removal using plow trucks, skid steers, utility vehicles, snow blowers, and de-icing materials
Perform additional responsibilities within the scope of the role and aligned with training and demonstrated competencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in grounds maintenance, facilities maintenance, landscaping, equipment operation, or a related field required
2 or more years of relevant experience preferred
Experience performing routine preventive maintenance and operating groundskeeping equipment preferred
Ability to identify and troubleshoot routine grounds, facility, and equipment maintenance issues
Ability to operate and maintain a variety of groundskeeping and facilities equipment
Ability to assess maintenance needs and prioritize work based on safety, urgency, and operational impact
Ability to use maintenance management systems to document work activities, inspections, and equipment maintenance
Ability to coordinate facility support activities and respond to service requests from internal departments
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Innovative problem-solving with a team-oriented mindset
Familiarity with Musco solutions is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Varying health insurance plans
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
PTO
401k
Profit sharing
Continuous learning and professional development
Work-life balance
Flexibility for community involvement, family activities, and personal time
Meaningful work in a team-first culture
Opportunities to support recreational organizations and community partnerships