Landscape Technician

We are looking for an experienced and diligent Landscape Technician to join our team. The Landscape Technician is responsible for coordinating with the the field manager to find out what work is expected to be completed on a day to day basis. The Landscape Technician will oversee the project from start to finish to ensure that the job is done correctly and to customer satisfaction.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Installation of landscaping including: planting plants, installing mulch/rock/etc, installing irrigation, landscape lighting, underlayment, etc.
• Daily inspection of landscape to ensure overall presentation and condition of grounds and gardens meets standards and quality expectations of Abundant Lawn.
• Prioritize tasks and coordinate implementation of work assignments with the team.
• Assist in preparation including getting tools and equipment ready for the work day.
• Be responsible for the health of the landscape maintenance for the customer.
• Examine potential unsafe working conditions and implement corrective action as needed.
• Identify staff training needs and assist senior management with development of training programs, including plant care and maintenance, proper use of tools and equipment, safety, etc.
• Attend meetings as necessary, including but not limited to managers’ meetings, staff meetings and planning sessions.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscaping or groundskeeping
• Considerable knowledge of horticulture and grounds maintenance procedures.
• Understanding of proper pruning techniques, rose care, turf management, planting, perennial and annual care aswell as native plants and ecosystems.
• Understanding of irrigation systems’ operation and repair.
• Ability to lift 55 pounds on a regular basis; work outside for long periods of time in unfavorable conditions; performstrenuous manual labor requiring considerable walking, lifting, reaching, climbing, stooping, pushing, pulling andcarrying; work weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Ability to operate small power and hand tools, and large equipment including mowers, tractors, loaders, woodchippers, chainsaws, , among others.
• Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiencyor composure.
• Demonstrate natural leadership, ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to establish andmaintain effective relationships with coworkers, visitors, vendors and others in the workplace.

Interest in contributing in a growing locally owned business is a must. Potential for significant growth and increased compensation as sales and productivity goals are achieved.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $600.00 - $1,200.00 per week
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Tips

Experience:

• Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road