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Job Summary
* The Landscaper I provide landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and public properties. This position involves performing basic landscaping tasks under supervision, supporting the safe operation of commercial-grade landscaping equipment, and assisting with the maintenance of plant materials and other landscape features.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Cut turf using various-sized power mowers, trimming, and edging using a gas-powered edger/trimmer, and operating a gas-powered blower
* Prune shrubs and low trees as needed to improve the shape or growth habit, or to remove damaged branches
* Plant and maintain flower beds
* Operate the edger and line trimmer along sidewalks, flower beds, trees, buildings, fences, and other objects
* Pick up trash and blow leaves and other organic debris onto the turf before mowing.
* Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing
* Perform weeding by hand or using a garden hoe or hula hoe
* Perform basic, preventative maintenance to extend the life of equipment
* Properly remove trash, dead plants, and suckers from the landscape
* Maintain a polite, friendly, responsive demeanor with guests and customers
* Report unsafe conditions to the Crew Leader as appropriate
Education and Experience:
* At least 18 years old,
* Enthusiastic and dependable
* Ability to safely work with equipment like power saws and cutters
* Certified on level 1 equipment (backpack blower, stick edger, string trimmer, walk-behind mower)
* Familiar with basic horticultural maintenance operations/practices
Physical Demands/Requirements:
* Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)
* Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)
* Ability to bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the day
Work Environment:
* Work in/or about situations near direct automotive traffic
* Work near or about natural bodies of water
* Ability to work in extreme conditions - temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit
* Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time
* Work outdoors in moderate to extreme heat in dry/humid near automotive traffic, natural bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical/electrical hazards, and direct sunlight.
* Requires protective clothing and personal devices: Eye protection, safety vest, gloves, hard hat, earplugs, long-sleeved shirts, and work boots
BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Compensation Pay Range:
$18 - $21/ hr
BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.
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