Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Technician at Scotts Miracle-Gro in Marysville, Ohio

Job Description:

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!!


The hourly rate for this position at Scotts/Hawthorne will generally fall between $16.00 - 17.00 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.


The Scotts MiracleGro Company in Marysville Ohio is seeking qualified/motivated individuals to join our Corporate Services Team as aGrounds Maintenance Technician
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What you'll do in this role:


This position is for a person to support our Landscape Services Crew while developing their own skills at our World Headquarters and R&D grounds located in Marysville Ohio.


This position will have the opportunity to learn skills and implement them while maintaining high quality grounds maintenance standards in the following areas:


Irrigation


Priority lawns and landscapes


R&D lawns, plots, beds and other research areas


Interior plantscapes


Aquatic ponds and streams


Control product application


Equipment repair and maintenance


Typical tasks include but are not limited to:


Irrigation systems


Daily service and repairs


Operation and troubleshooting


Coordination with research associate's needs,


Help with programming irrigation controllers.


Priority lawns and landscapes


Mowing, edging & trimming


Foliage/plant care


Tree & shrub removal


R&D lawns, plots, beds, and all other research areas


Mowing and trimming


Irrigation Scheduling


Interior plantscapes


Assist in maintaining indoor plants throughout multiple buildings on site


Prune, water and change out plants


Aquatic ponds and streams


Maintain waterways for general cleanliness, drainage and irrigation usage


Control product application


Perform periodic applications of control products including Fungicides, Insecticides, Herbicides and Fertilizer


Practice required safety protocols when handling, applying and storing control products.


Perform required ODA record keeping of all applications.


Equipment care and maintenance.


Perform daily maintenance checks and safety verifications on equipment in use


What you'll learn to be successful:


Prioritizing, collaboration, and problem solving


Managing multiple tasks and becoming detail oriented


Communication skills - being clear, concise, timely


Accountability - learn to work in a self-managed environment


Relationship Building - learn to work with fellow associates


Innovative - opportunity to bring forth new ideas and improved ways to help improve the way the department functions.



Education & Experience



Working towards High School Graduate, Vocational or Degree in Turf/Landscape/Agriculture Technologies or similar


Prefer a minimum 2 years experience working in landscape, irrigation, golf course, lawn care, agriculture or similar


ODA Licensed Pesticide Applicator - we can help you work towards getting a license


What we do for you (just to list a few cool ones):
• Offer extremely competitive benefits including Health, Dental and Vision coverage.
• 401K match (up to 7.5%). No waiting period on vesting or match.
• Discounted stock purchasing program (15% discount).
• 13 paid holidays and a generous vacation policy.
• Onsite wellness center which includes: 24,000 sq. ft. fitness center, Walgreens pharmacy and Doctor's office
• Nutrition reimbursement program (up to $200 per associate and per spouse)
• Beautiful campus and corporate offices designed like a log cabin
• Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes employee resource groups: Scotts Women's Network, Scotts Black Employee Network, Scotts Veterans Network, GroPride Network, Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), TREE (Together Respecting, Empowering, and Encouraging Families) and Scotts Young Professionals


Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.


Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.


EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity


Notification to Agencies:


Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.