Landscape Technician

## Landscape Technician Apply remote type:
On Site locations:
US, Locust Grove, VAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
June 18, 2026 (14 days left to apply) job requisition :
R1063692

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a
** Fortune 500 company
** that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning
** 14 countries**, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the
** Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators
** by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a
** Great Place to Work**, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly
** ranked #1 globally
** in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with **$12.7B in revenues in 2023**, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to
** 25 million customers worldwide.
** As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as
** 24/7 carbon-free energy
** for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.##
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* Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

**## The Landscape Technician supports the safe and reliable operation of the utility solar power plant by ensuring that vegetation does not impact operations of the arrays, and ensures that applicable environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines are followed for the care and maintenance of the land, roads, fence line, ponds, creek, and other waterways on the property.## Keeps safety and environment as number one priority and applies PPE when required.##

Operates trimmers/edgers, including cleaning-up area and equipment routinely to minimize or prevent growth of vegetation in solar arrays, materials and on fences and gates. This may include pulling and removing weeds and larger vegetation that cannot be led with trimmers/edgers, as well as cleaning and disposal of debris and waste. May also include mowing, raking, sweeping, and minor maintenance.## Works with/support land contractors and sheep ranchers.##

May operate and perform maintenance on landscaping tools including tractors, sitting mowers, push mowers, and other required land maintenance equipment.## Assists with daily maintenance of all mowing and trimming, and area clean-up.## Supports maintenance and clean-up of ponds and waterways on site, including working from a boat, if needed.## May support washing PV Panels using panel washing equipment.## Recognizes process improvements and communicates them to the Land Maintenance Supervisor.##

May apply over-the-counter chemicals (e.g. Round-Up, fertilizer, etc.) as advised.## ##
** Desired Skills, Expertise and

Competencies:

**## Understanding of general workplace safety and the ability to follow safety standards as well as help the company improve upon the standards in place.## Ability to excel in a collaborative, cross-functional and geographically diverse organization.## Excellent hands on abilities with strong mechanical and technical skills.## Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office suite, email, expense reporting, and work order management systems.##

Ability to read, write and understand English.## Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.## Demonstrates passion for solving problems and contributing to the company.## Ability to establish and maintain a positive professional working relationship with all individuals## Communicates openly and honestly, does not engage in gossip.## Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum.## Is a strong teammate and willing to assist others.##

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* Education / Experience:

*** ## High school diploma or GED.## ##
** Working Conditions*** ## Outdoor work at solar power plants that includes some windy, dusty, and high heat/humidity conditions in summer, and wet, windy, and cold conditions during the winter.* ## Valid Driver’s License preferred and/or ability to travel to site. Required to operate company equipment and vehicles.* ## Requires standing, lifting, sitting, walking, kneeling, twisting, climbing stairs and ladders, and entering plant equipment to access, inspect, or collect data on plant equipment.
* ## Requires use of wear personal protective safety kit (respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate footwear, ear plugs, etc.).* ## May work around rotating and energized hazardous materials and chemicals.* ## Occasional travel in VA and…