Job description
This individual will provide landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties. Landscape maintenance support includes the safe operation of commercial grade landscaping equipment and upkeep of plant material and other landscaping elements.
Expectations of this position:
- Expected to have the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Cut turf using various sized power mowers, trimming and edging using a gas powered edger/trimmer, and operating a gas-powered blower
- Properly and safely prune shrubs and low trees as needed to improve the shape or growth habit or to remove damaged branches
- Apply fertilizer, weedkiller, and insecticide as needed
- Pick up trash and blow leaves and other organic debris on to the turf before mowing.
- Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing.
- The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- While performing the duties of this job, this individual is regularly required to stand, and use hands and fingers to handle, or feel
- The individual frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
- The individual is occasionally required to sit; walk; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Responsible for the proper care of tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Responsible for keeping proper inventory of supplies needed to perform daily tasks including, but not limited to gas for vehicles and equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor/manager
Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:
- The ability to supervise a team of 5
- Organize and schedule landscaping maintenance for several properties
- Knowledge of turf management, irrigation systems, and maintenance
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must have a valid Driver License
- Must have Extensive knowledge on handling and operating all machinery
- Must be able to work outdoors, in certain weather conditions
Expectations of every Villager: * Be an enthusiastic, helpful and positive member of the team.
- Be professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behavior.
- Be understanding of, encouraging and friendly with all co-workers.
- Be self-motivated and use time wisely.
- Maintain an open line of communication with each department.
- Utilize provided communication methods to the fullest extent.
- Communicate pertinent information to the appropriate people.
- Respond positively to new ideas.
- Remain flexible in a constantly changing environment.
- Openly accept critical/developmental feedback.
- Report to work on time.
- Give adequate notice if going to miss work.
- Be available to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
- Maintain effective communication through the use of meetings, log books and bulletins.
- Be available to help other departments in emergency situations.
- Perform other assignments as assigned or requested.
- Adhere to all work rules, procedures and policies established by the company including, but not limited to those contained in the associate handbook.
- Initiate suggestions on processes and duties on a regular basis to continue fostering active communication and participation.
- Take the initiative to complete tasks over and above what is asked.
This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location
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