Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance

Job Functions:
- Perform general Grounds Maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, and trimming lawns
- Snow removal from walkways, driveways, or parking lots
- Plant and maintain flowers, shrubs, and trees
- Remove litter
- Mix, spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides
- Decorate gardens with stones or plants
- Maintain irrigation systems throughout the year
- Install rock gardens, ponds, decks, drainage systems, irrigation systems, retaining walls, fences, planters, or playground equipment
- Build forms and mix and pour cement for garden borders
- Assist with hardscape projects including the installation of walkways and patios
- Use hand tools and power tools to complete various landscaping tasks
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas

Qualifications:
- Previous experience in groundskeeping or a related field is preferred
- Knowledge of pest & stress turf management
- Knowledge of basic gardening techniques and plant care
- Ability to operate and maintain various types of landscaping equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chainsaws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Mechanical knowledge for troubleshooting and minor repairs on equipment
- Class A CDL preferred
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Skills:
- Digging: Experience with digging holes for planting or installing hardscape features.
- Hardscape: Knowledge of installing walkways, patios, and other hardscape elements.
- Groundskeeping: Understanding of general Grounds Maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, and trimming.
- Hand tools: Proficiency in using various hand tools for landscaping tasks.
- Garden: Familiarity with planting, maintaining, and caring for flowers, shrubs, and trees.
- Mowing: Ability to operate lawn mowers and perform regular mowing tasks.
- Power tools: Competence in using power tools for landscaping projects.
- Maintain: Capability to keep the grounds clean, organized, and well-maintained.
- Mechanical knowledge: Understanding of basic mechanical principles for troubleshooting equipment issues.
- Tree care: Knowledge of proper tree care techniques including pruning and trimming.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working outdoors and have a passion for maintaining beautiful landscapes. If you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply for this full-time position. Starting rate will be considered based upon qualifications and experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Year round work

Work Location: In person