Now hiring for a Grounds Maintenance Technician
Location: New Iberia, LA
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7AM – 5 PM | 1st Shift

Fix What’s Broken. Keep What Works. Get Paid Like a Pro.

Looking for Grounds Maintenance Technician jobs in New Iberia where your technical skills keep equipment operating at its best? This opportunity allows you to troubleshoot problems, perform repairs, and help maintain the systems that keep production moving safely and efficiently.

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Technician to assist with the daily upkeep and maintenance of buildings, equipment, landscaping, and surrounding property. This position involves operating zero-turn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, pressure washers, and golf carts, along with performing general cleaning, mopping, painting, and routine maintenance duties.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Grounds Maintenance Technician career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Operate zero-turn riding lawn mowers to maintain grass and landscaped areas
• Operate weed eaters and string trimmers to maintain grass around buildings and sidewalk
• Operate handheld or backpack blowers to remove leaves and debris
• Operate pressure washers to clean sidewalks, concrete surfaces, buildings, and equipment
• Sweep and mop floors throughout the property
• Clean restrooms, offices, common areas, and other designated locations
• Perform general cleaning and janitorial duties
• Perform painting and touch-up work on buildings, walls, doors, fences, and other surfaces
• Perform routine property maintenance and minor repairs
• Inspect and maintain buildings, grounds, tools, and equipment
• Clean and perform basic upkeep of landscaping and maintenance equipment
• Operate a golf cart to travel throughout the property and transport supplies
• Remove trash and debris from designated areas
• Maintain landscaping and outdoor common areas
• Use basic hand tools and power tools to complete assigned maintenance tasks
• Report equipment malfunctions and unsafe conditions
• Assist with general property repairs and maintenance as assigned
• Follow all company safety procedures

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Equivalent hands-on maintenance or groundskeeping experience may be considered.

Experience Requirements

• Experience operating lawn care and landscaping equipment
• Ability to operate a zero-turn mower and weed eater safely
• Basic knowledge of general property maintenance and repairs
• Ability to use common hand tools and power tools
• Ability to perform cleaning and janitorial duties
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to perform physically demanding work
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to safety
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous grounds maintenance or property maintenance experience
• Experience operating pressure washers and leaf blowers
• Experience performing basic painting and building repairs
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Experience maintaining landscaping equipment
• Previous janitorial or facility maintenance experience
• Experience operating golf carts
• Knowledge of basic plumbing and electrical maintenance
• Experience working in commercial or industrial property maintenance

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting
• Ability to lift and carry maintenance equipment, tools, cleaning supplies, and landscaping materials within established lifting limits
• Ability to push and pull equipment and supplies
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements
• Ability to operate vibrating landscaping equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, humidity, and changing weather conditions
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces and landscaped areas
• Ability to sit while operating zero-turn mowers and golf carts
• Ability to perform physically demanding maintenance activities
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
• Operating in cold room environments is frequent.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Workplace committed to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

“Great communication and great attitudes.” – Tony, Maintenance Technician

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What You Will Do

As a Grounds Maintenance Technician you will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support safe and efficient operations. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose equipment issues, replace worn components, document completed work, and work closely with production and operations teams to minimize downtime while maintaining quality and safety standards.

• Operate zero-turn riding lawn mowers to maintain grass and landscaped areas
• Operate weed eaters and string trimmers to maintain grass around buildings and sidewalk
• Operate handheld or backpack blowers to remove leaves and debris
• Operate pressure washers to clean sidewalks, concrete surfaces, buildings, and equipment
• Sweep and mop floors throughout the property
• Clean restrooms, offices, common areas, and other designated locations
• Perform general cleaning and janitorial duties
• Perform painting and touch-up work on buildings, walls, doors, fences, and other surfaces
• Perform routine property maintenance and minor repairs
• Inspect and maintain buildings, grounds, tools, and equipment
• Clean and perform basic upkeep of landscaping and maintenance equipment
• Operate a golf cart to travel throughout the property and transport supplies
• Remove trash and debris from designated areas
• Maintain landscaping and outdoor common areas
• Use basic hand tools and power tools to complete assigned maintenance tasks
• Report equipment malfunctions and unsafe conditions
• Assist with general property repairs and maintenance as assigned
• Follow all company safety procedures

The Grounds Maintenance Technician supports reliable equipment performance through planned maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and effective repair practices. This role requires mechanical knowledge, strong work habits, and a commitment to maintaining safe operating conditions.

Successful Grounds Maintenance Technician candidates understand the relationship between equipment reliability, production efficiency, and preventative maintenance. They contribute to operational success by helping reduce downtime and extend equipment life.

This profession rewards individuals who enjoy technical problem solving, continuous improvement, and hands-on mechanical work.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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