Landscape Grounds Keeper

Marana Detention Center | Marana, AZ

$17.75 per hour | Full-time

Responsible for maintaining the overall appearance, cleanliness, and safety of assigned outdoor areas, landscaped spaces, and facility grounds. This includes performing ground maintenance, operating equipment, assisting with minor repairs, and ensuring compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and customer directives.

Why join the MTC team?

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage and employee assistance program
• Education assistance, military leave and opportunities to make a meaningful difference

What you will do

• Maintain lawns and landscape areas by mowing, trimming, weeding, fertilizing, reseeding, planting, and watering.
• Trim hedges, shrubs, and trees; prune and spray as required.
• Plant trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass in designated areas.
• Maintain walkways, entrances, steps, and exterior common areas to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Operate grounds equipment such as riding/push mowers, trimmers, weed eaters, sprayers, and sprinkling systems.
• Collect and dispose of trash, litter, and debris from ground exterior areas.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment and follow safety procedures.
• Participate in inspections and ensure compliance with organizational and contract standards.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and squatting.
• Ability to lift, move, push, or carry materials and equipment as needed.

What you will need

• High school diploma or GED, technical training or general knowledge of grounds/maintenance operations required
• US Citizenship or Lawful US Permanent Resident required.
• One (1)-three (3) years of prior landscape or groundskeeping experience highly desired.
• Must successfully complete required preservice training.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

At MTC, we care about people and believe meaningful work can create lasting impact. Join a team committed to operating a safe, secure environment while helping individuals prepare for a successful transition.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.

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