Landscaping Crew Member

About the role

This position is responsible for lawn mowing, clean-ups, mulching, trimming, landscape maintenance, pruning, fertilization, weed control, planting of trees and shrubs, flower installation, leaf clean-ups, and similar tasks. Employees are responsible to safely and efficiently complete landscape enhancement projects on assigned properties.

Responsibilities

• Running equipment (skid steer, excavator, backhoe, etc…)
• Carries out specific landscape maintenance functions on the job site with an emphasis on spraying weed control and other chemical applications requiring licensure
• Stores, transports, mixes and applies chemicals in accordance with the law
• Follows installation instructions and plans with the Crew Leader and Operations Manager
• Assists in loading and unloading equipment, tools, and supplies on truck
• Complies with the equipment preventative maintenance program and thoroughly cleans used equipment and stores in designated areas daily
• Performs all job-related tasks safely and efficiently and uses all tools and equipment in accordance with company safety policy
• Assists in keeping job site, vehicles, trailers, warehouses and offices safe, clean and organized
• Informs supervisor of problem areas on site, equipment or supply issues, or of any accident or loss
• Complies with all company policies, procedures and safety requirements, especially in the handling of equipment
• Works to assure quality and timely completion of all tasks assigned
• Participates in training programs as required
• May be required to safely transport Crew Member’s to and from site in a company vehicle
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years-of-age or older
• Able to read architectural drawings
• Able to safely work alone and display quality and thoroughness in work product
• Ability to teach and train new laborers
• Able to follow plans as shown on a map of property
• Dependable; consistently arrives to work on time, responds to management direction and commits to the required hours for job completion that will vary based on weather/season
• Organized, hardworking, safety conscious, punctual, leads by example, self-motivated, honest, and customer service-driven
• Effectively communicates with others, with the ability to read and/or comprehend written and verbal instructions/information
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
• Accountable; demonstrates dependability in attendance and timeliness, and carefully follows directions and instructions provided
• Solutions-oriented with the ability to apply feedback to improve performance

Education & Experience

2+ years of experience in landscape installation. High school diploma or GED preferred. Holds, at a minimum, a State Technician and/or Applicator license per local requirement.

Skills

Driver's License Preferred, but not required

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment.