Landscaper

Description

Join our team! Your work will do more than shape gardens — it will help shape moments of joy and comfort for our residents.

Brief Overview Of Major Duties

• Cuts lawns, using mower; trims and edges around walkways, flower beds, and walls.
• Cleans grounds and removes litter from walkways, streets, and patios.
• Maintains clean drainage ditches and culverts.
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs, using shears, pruner, or chain saw.
• Sprays lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides.
• Operates and performs maintenance on power lawn mowers, spreader, edger, weed cutter and street sweeper such as changing oil, adjusting and lubricating parts.
• Performs irrigation techniques using sprinklers, hoses and flooding methods.
• Troubleshoots and makes necessary repairs to the sprinkler system as needed.
• Digs up ground for flower beds, ditches, and holes for sign posts.
• May operate equipment such as street sweeper equipment.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Will be required to operate/drive a golf cart and other equipment for the purpose of transporting supplies around campus as needed. This may also include transporting employees, residents and/or guests when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

  Requirements

  • Has knowledge of the standard practices and methods of the landscaping trade.
  • Skill in the use and care of equipment and tools used in the landscaping trade.
  • Preferably has knowledge on using iPad.
  • Training will be provided.
  • Has ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.
  • Is organized, able to multi-task, think creatively and adapt to different situations.
  • Maintains competency in the position and knowledge of trade/industry advances and new technologies.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate in English with all levels of staff, residents, and guests.

  Education And Experience

  • Preferably has a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Preferably has one year of experience in the landscaping trade.

  Licenses And Certifications

  • Has a current, valid driver’s license.
  • Driving record must meet the criteria set forth by Royal Oaks’ insurance carrier.

  Physical Requirements

  • Able to carry/lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
  • May need to operate a fire extinguisher.
  • Able to assist in evacuation procedures.

  Hiring Process

  • Pre-employment Drug Screening.
  • Criminal Background Check.
  • Adult Protective Services (APS) Registry Check.
  • Employment Verification.
  • TB Testing.

  Incredible Benefits!

  • Get Health Benefits Fast – Medical, dental, vision benefits start the first day after the month you're hired! (Full-time only).
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Access to mental health support, legal counseling, financial coaching, and more through Talkspace and other resources.
  • Choice of Two Affordable Medical Plans – Starting as low as $82/ paycheck for employee-only coverage (Full-time only).
  • On-Campus Medical Providers – Convenient healthcare options right at your workplace.
  • Six Annual Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to recharge with paid holidays throughout the year.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Start accruing PTO from day one, with up to 3 weeks in your first year (Full-time only).
  • Cash in Unused PTO Hours – Convert unused PTO into cash (limits and details apply).
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO) – Get 4 hours of paid VTO annually to give back to your community, without using your PTO.
  • Referral Bonus – Earn up to $600 for each friend you refer who gets hired – and there’s no limit to how many people you can refer!
  • Tuition Reimbursement – Receive up to $5,000 annually in tuition reimbursement to support your educational goals.
  • Career Growth Opportunities – We promote from within!
  • FREE Fitness Center Access – Stay healthy with on-site gym facilities or enjoy gym reimbursement up to $200 annually.
  • Annual Shoe Reimbursement – Get up to $40 annually for work shoes to keep you comfortable and stylish.
  • Covered Parking – Convenient parking at no extra cost.
  • Employee Meal Discount – Enjoy 20% off meals while at work.
  • Exclusive Employee Discount Program – Save big on travel, electronics, entertainment, and more!
  • Retirement Plan with Matching – Save for the future with a retirement plan offering 4%-10% matching contributions.

  Disclaimer

  This job posting is intended as a general summary of duties and responsibilities. A comprehensive job description is available upon request.