Landscaper

Job Description

Job Description

LANDSCAPE LABORER (Brooklyn, NY)
Starting Pay: $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

JOB DUTIES:
• Perform landscaping tasks, including mowing, edging, weeding, and pruning.
• Maintain lawns, flower beds, and other outdoor spaces.
• Operate landscaping equipment, including lawnmowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.
• Ensure equipment is in working order and report issues as needed.
• Assist with planting flowers, trees, and shrubs according to landscape designs.
• Monitor and operate irrigation systems.
• Follow safety procedures when using equipment and handling landscaping materials.
• Follow environmental guidelines related to landscaping activities.
• Work with landscaping team members to complete projects.
• Communicate with supervisors and coworkers to coordinate tasks and address challenges.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum 3 years of landscaping or groundskeeping experience preferred.
• Familiarity with landscaping tools and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow landscaping plans and designs.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and schedules.
• Basic communication skills.
• Willingness to take direction and learn new techniques.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Certification in landscaping.
• Knowledge of local plant species and their care requirements.
• Familiarity with sustainable and eco-friendly landscaping practices.