Landscape Crew Member, Maintenance and Installation

Job Description
The Commercial Grounds Maintenance (CGM) Crew Member is a hands-on landscaping position assisting with
year-round commercial landscaping maintenance services.
Responsibilities
Landscaping responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist Foreman in training on all aspects of landscape grounds management services.
• Digging, planting, raking, watering and clean-up of landscapes.
• Load and unload heavy equipment and planting materials from trucks.
• Collection of company owned equipment and tools at the end of the day.
• May be asked to help in other divisions such as installation or floriculture as needed.
• May be asked to help with snow removal in winter months.

Safe operation and maintenance of the following landscaping equipment:

• Mowers - Push, walk behind and ride.
• Tillers, aerators, and slit seeders
• Edgers, string trimmers and chain saws
• Backpack blowers and sprayers.
• Hand tools such as shovels, picks, rakes and pruning tools.
• On occasion wheel tractors

Required Skills
Required Skills:
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
Ability to bend and stoop on a continual basis
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
Ability to work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns and other environmental risks
Must be able to work with minimal supervision
Must wear sturdy shoes, company uniforms, and assigned PPE
Must present yourself in a professional, polite manner
Must practice safety with chemicals and equipment
Must wear company-provided eye and ear protection as required
Must have valid NC Driver's license and maintain a good driving record (CDL preferred)
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Must be willing to obtain NC Pesticide applicators license
Must have good communication skills and ability to motivate others
Must comply with Bland's policies and procedures
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Pay/Benefits Package

• $16 to $18 Hourly
• BCBS Health Insurance including Vision/Dental
• Paid Time Off (PTO)annually
• Company Matched 401K

Note
As we continue to grow as a company, all positions have significant opportunities for advancement. Providing the candidate meets the proper qualifications and ambitious work ethic.
If this is not the right opportunity for you then please check out our available positions with Branches across the state in: Apex Corporate, Apex, Clayton, Concord, Main Charlotte, East Charlotte, Durham, Greensboro, Matthews, Supply, Wake Forest, and Wilmington.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
~ Bland Landscaping Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.