Landscaping Crew Member

Description

Crew Member

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.

Essential Functions & 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.

Minimum 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.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Driver's License Preferred, but not required

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io . We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.

• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.

• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.

• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.