Landscaper

Job Summary

Essential Duties

• Inspects and maintains the grounds, cleans areas and assists with landscaping by cleaning sidewalks, mowing lawns, trimming trees and shrubs, raking, shoveling and removal of debris and/or snow.
• Operates and maintains all assigned mowing equipment, vehicles and trailers to include checking fluid levels, refueling, checking tire pressure, cleaning, adjusting and greasing.
• Performs a documented knowledge and skills assessment of all tools to be utilized in the landscape shop.
• Prompt and regular attendance at work.
• Completes work orders assigned by supervisor.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Landscape Shop Supervisor or other appropriate administrators.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills And/or Abilities Required)

• Must possess a high school diploma (GED) and some experience in ground maintenance/horticulture activities; or any equivalent combination of education combination of education and experience that would provide the noted knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must possess basic knowledge of safety procedures, pruning methods and standard practices/terminology of the trade.
• Must possess basic working knowledge of, and the ability to safely operate all hand tools and power equipment used in ground maintenance activities.
• Must possess working knowledge and skills in the operation and repair of landscape equipment.
• Must possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License with a good driving record.