Landscaper I

LANDSCAPE LABORER I

JOB TITLE: Landscaper I

WORK AREA: Landcare

DEPARTMENT: Land Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Landscape Manager/Foreman

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Hourly, Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

From cascading mountains to crystal lakes, warm summer days and cool winter nights, southern hospitality and beautiful scenery welcome you to the Carolinas. The Cliffs is comprised of seven vibrant communities. Each has their own personality, but is equal in beauty, prestige and opportunity. We invite you to become a part of The Cliffs family. Once you visit, you’ll understand how unique and welcoming our communities are. The only thing better than the views are the people. Our members are gracious and kind, and our co-workers make coming to work something to look forward to. Our members have made The Cliffs their home, and we hope you will too!

Our Mission is to deliver high quality experiences and activities by building a strong team of associates whose focus is practicing excellence through relationship-building and industry best practices designed to enrich the lives of our members and staff. If you’d like to be challenged daily, advance in your career and be a part of something bigger than any one individual, The Cliffs is the place for you!

The purpose of a Landscaper I is to turn raw real estate into an attractive landscape that will attract high-end buyers and maintain this landscape to the satisfaction of Cliffs Property Owners and The Cliffs Communities.

Level I Laborer will take on basic manual tasks that assist with the clearing of land and general landscaping operations. This is an entry-level position, requiring 1 to 2 years of experience.

JOB DUTIES:

• Move soil, equipment, and materials.
• Dig holes for plants and trees using pick and shovel.
• Mix fertilizer or lime with dirt in bottom of holes to enrich soil.
• Place plants or trees in hole and add dirt to fill holes.
• Attach wires from planted trees to stakes to support trees.
• Haul or spread topsoil using wheelbarrow and rake.
• Assist with the installation of irrigation systems.
• Water lawns, trees, and plants, using portable sprinkler system, hose, or watering can.
• Spread straw over seeded soil to prevent movement of seed and soil.
• Build forms for concrete borders, using lumber, hammer, and nails.
• Mix and pour cement for garden borders.
• Place decorative stones and plant flowers in garden areas.
• Mows lawns, using power mower.
• May assist with underbrushing home sites by using hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pitchforks, shears, clippers, etc.
• Operate small-motorized equipment such as weed eaters with supervision in a manner that adheres to O.S.H.A. guidelines at all times.
• Assist with seeding, fertilizing and placing straw on newly developed land.
• Assist with erosion control.
• Take proper care of equipment and materials according to company standards.
• Follow rules, procedures, and regulations outlined in the company handbook.
• Follow directions given by crew leader and Managers.
• Communicate, cooperate, and work with co-workers and supervisors.

THE CLIFFS OFFERS:

A knowledgeable and passionate management team that leads by example

Premier training

Excellent compensation

Our best benefits package including health, vision, dental, short term/long term disability, 401(k) with employer contribution*

Employee Wellness Monetary Incentives

A work/life balance!

Free parking

Discounted Employee meals

Complimentary golf at seven world-renowned courses

Discretionary Bonuses

BENEFITS:

Benefits are available to full-time employees after a waiting period and include Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, 401(k), Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Telehealth, Health/Dependent care spending account, Wellness Program and generous paid time off including 15 paid vacation days and 9 paid holidays per year.

In-person applications are welcome between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 3851 Highway 11 Travelers Rest, SC 29690.

The Cliffs is an Equal Opportunity Employer that uses E-Verify. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, The Cliffs and its affiliates do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

• 1 to 2 years of landscaping experience

• Ability to understand instructions in English
• Have an understanding of plants, trees, and grasses used in landscaping
• Have an understanding of the natural landscape.

• Must be able to stand and continuously “move” throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds from floor to heights to above shoulder height.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and climb.
• Must be able to bend and lift loads, not to exceed 75 pounds, unassisted.
• Must be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds, unassisted.
• Must have good mental and physical dexterity.
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions including extreme heat.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to walk, stand and sit. The associate is occasionally required to climb and use balance. Additionally, the associate will frequently be asked to use hands and arms to reach, carry and lift items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may experience temperature and weather fluctuations, and moderate to high noise levels.
• The ability to work under varying and extreme weather conditions
• Ability to walk 3-5 miles a day