What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lawn Care Team Member position at TruScape LLC?
Grounds
Maintenance Laborer
Reports to: ¨ Foreman
Summary:
The Grounds Maintenance Laborer is responsible for
performing a variety of work tasks in order to complete grounds maintenance
service contracts. The grounds maintenance laborer will be required to operate
a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.
Core Capabilities:
§ Customer and
quality focus
§ Effective communication skills (both verbal and
written)
§ Team work
§ Excellent problem solving abilities
§ Responsibility and dependability
§ Ethics and integrity
Job Duties:
§ Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers
in the AM and PM
§ Cut grass, trim edges, clean up refuse, blow
trimmings, fertilize and water turf areas and perform other lawn care duties as
directed by foreman
§ Move and install soil, mulch and plant material to
assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
§ Spray and dust areas to control insects and or
weeds
§ Operate power equipment including, but not limited
to, lawn tractors, lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning
saws, sod cutters, chain saws, and snow blowers
§ Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on
vehicles, tools, and equipment
§ Assist foreman in other work-related duties
including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and
equipment maintenance
§ Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at
all times
§ Comply with all company policies and regulations
§ Work in accordance with all local health and safety
laws and regulations
§ Communicate with customers in a polite and
courteous manner
Work Conditions:
§ Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small
engine equipment, and materials
§ Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly
through an entire work shift
§ Ability to work in a fast paced environment
§ Requires good manual dexterity
§ Excellent stamina is required
§ Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a
regular basis
§ Work outdoors in various conditions including heat
and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
§ Flexible working hours including occasional weekend
work
Requirements
Requirements:
§ High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
§ Minimum one year experience in the
landscape/construction industry
§ Capable of operating required equipment and tools
in a safe and responsible manner
§ Effective communication skills – must be able to
carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete simple reports,
report progress to foreman
§ Time management skills
§ Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and
equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
§ Ability to work both independently with little
supervision, and as part of a team
§ Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of
time and carry out strenuous physical tasks
§ Preference will be given to candidates with a valid
driver’s license and safe driving record
Benefits
- 401k
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Unpaid Time Off
- Company Picnics
- Positive & Supportive Work Environment
- Work outside everyday!