JOB OPPORTUNITY

Reports to:  Construction Foreman and/or Team Lead

 

Summary:

 

The Landscape Team Member is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks (generally physical labor) in order to assist with the completion of landscape and water feature construction projects. The landscape team member 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:

 

• Assist in the preparation of jobsites prior to the beginning of a project

• Operate various tools and equipment, including: concrete saws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.

• Assist in the construction of water features, walkways, patios and walls.

• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis

• Dig pond basins, ditches or trenches

• Plant and maintain garden beds

• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment required to complete landscape construction projects

• Transport materials using shovels, wheelbarrows, carts, dollies, and hand lifting/carrying

• Assist foreman with job-related tasks

• Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to perform work activities

• 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

 

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 (both verbal and written)

• Time management skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications

• 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

 

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 extreme heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold

• Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work