Landscaper

About the role

Position is responsible for performing a variety of landscaping and grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and maintains the ground, 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.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma (GED) and some experience in ground maintenance/horticulture activities; or any equivalent 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.

To view the full job description, visit https://www.nnschools.org/hr/jobs/descriptions/Landscaper.pdf