Landscaping Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW

Assists in the day-to-day activities of the construction and maintenance operations by completing assigned tasks

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes lawn and plant care tasks, including mowing, edging, weeding, and mulching
• Completes assigned tasks efficiently, thoroughly, and in accordance with company production rates and requirements
• Operates all landscaping equipment in accordance with manufacturer and safety standards
• Uses basic tools safely and properly, including but not limited to, shovels, grading rakes, spades, grub hoes, and wheelbarrows
• Follows all project plans, material lists, and/or guidelines
• Ensures installation of all lawns, plants, and masonry align with company standards
• Maintains a clean and safe work site including proper maintenance and care of all company equipment
• Works in a safe manner and reports any/all unsafe conditions to Crew Leader and/or Maintenance/Construction Operations Manager
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Position may perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1 year landscape industry experience preferred, not required

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to perform all aspects of landscape tasks in a safe manner
• Ability to manage multiple priorities/tasks

WORKING CONDITIONS & EMPLOYMENT STATUS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Outdoor conditions
• Extended work hours during peak seasons
• Requires substantial physical activity performing strenuous activities of a productive and technical nature; regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions of extreme heat and extreme cold; consistent exposure to loud noise; potential exposure to air pollution, allergens, dust, pollen, insects, and other potentially harmful naturally occurring hazards; continuous exposure to moving mechanical parts and sharp objects