Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Lawn Care Technician whom reports to the crew supervisor. This mid-level position will be performing various tasks to support our landscaping business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Safely operate various equipment, including, but not limited to pole saw, pruning saw, chain saw, gas trimmer, lawn tractor, zero-turn mower, all terrain vehicle,
company truck, gas trimmer, leaf blower, spray paint gun, drills and various other hand tools, pressuring washing equipment, etc.
· Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the landscaping trade in a safe manner.
· Mow, trim, edge, fertilize, overseed, and aerate lawns as instructed.
· Trim shrubs and cleanup areas as instructed.
· Pressure wash homes and decks as instructed.
· Exceptional attendance and prompt reporting to begin the day.
· Wear proper protective equipment for the particular task at hand (i.e., eye protection, gloves, etc.)
· Wear steel toed boots and pants at ALL times.
· Conduct ALL activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Learn and engage in various landscaping activities, such as reading about perennial flowers, types of trees, etc.
· Perform set-up, material handling duties, and minor general maintenance.
· Responsible for area housekeeping, and cleanup at all project locations.
· Participate in the processes of continuous improvement as instructed.
· Ability to effectively perform various landscaping tasks.
· Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization’s goals.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
· Regular attendance in weekly safety meetings.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an uncontrolled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions—such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures is to be expected.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. The ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. on a regular basis is required. Must be able to stand and walk 95% of the time and sit 5% of the time.
KNOWLEDGE/ SKILL/ ABILITY/ EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
· High School Diploma or G.E.D. is preferred.
· Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools is required.
· At least (1) year of landscaping experience is strongly preferred.
· Basic math skills and problem solving skills are required.
· High level of energy and motivation is required.
· The ability to work flexible hours including, but not limited to, frequent and long hours on weekends is to be expected.
· Must possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management, in a team environment.
· Must comply with Christian’s Complete Lawn Care Service’s core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.
BENEFITS:
· $22 - $32 Hourly (depends on experience)
POSITION SUMMARY:
Lawn Care Technician whom reports to the crew supervisor. This mid-level position will be performing various tasks to support our landscaping business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Safely operate various equipment, including, but not limited to pole saw, pruning saw, chain saw, gas trimmer, lawn tractor, zero-turn mower, all terrain vehicle,
company truck, gas trimmer, leaf blower, spray paint gun, drills and various other hand tools, pressuring washing equipment, etc.
· Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the landscaping trade in a safe manner.
· Mow, trim, edge, fertilize, overseed, and aerate lawns as instructed.
· Trim shrubs and cleanup areas as instructed.
· Pressure wash homes and decks as instructed.
· Exceptional attendance and prompt reporting to begin the day.
· Wear proper protective equipment for the particular task at hand (i.e., eye protection, gloves, etc.)
· Wear steel toed boots and pants at ALL times.
· Conduct ALL activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Learn and engage in various landscaping activities, such as reading about perennial flowers, types of trees, etc.
· Perform set-up, material handling duties, and minor general maintenance.
· Responsible for area housekeeping, and cleanup at all project locations.
· Participate in the processes of continuous improvement as instructed.
· Ability to effectively perform various landscaping tasks.
· Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization’s goals.
· Perform other duties as assigned.
· Regular attendance in weekly safety meetings.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an uncontrolled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions—such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures is to be expected.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. The ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. on a regular basis is required. Must be able to stand and walk 95% of the time and sit 5% of the time.
KNOWLEDGE/ SKILL/ ABILITY/ EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
· High School Diploma or G.E.D. is preferred.
· Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools is required.
· At least (1) year of landscaping experience is strongly preferred.
· Basic math skills and problem solving skills are required.
· High level of energy and motivation is required.
· The ability to work flexible hours including, but not limited to, frequent and long hours on weekends is to be expected.
· Must possess the ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management, in a team environment.
· Must comply with Christian’s Complete Lawn Care Service’s core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.
BENEFITS:
· $22 - $32 Hourly (depends on experience)
At Christian's Complete Lawn Care Service, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Christian believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Your employment with Christian's Complete Lawn Care Service is a voluntary one and is subject to termination by you or Christian's Complete Lawn Care Service at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time.
Christian's Complete Lawn Care Service
P.O. Box 293
Columbia, IL 62236
© 2022· All Rights Reserved · Christian's Complete Lawn Care Service
P.O. Box 293
Columbia, IL 62236
© 2022· All Rights Reserved · Christian's Complete Lawn Care Service