Landscape Laborer

Job description

Landscape or maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment. Lay sod, mow, trim/edge, plant, weeding, watering, rake, blow leaves; use a hand shovel to dig holes for installing plants, trees, shrubs, or irrigation systems; spread seed, fertilizer and mulch; works on the ground to prune or trim trees, shrubs, or hedges using shears, pruners, or chain saws; core aerating; sprinkler installation/repair, installation of mortarless segmental concrete masonry wall units. Maintain equipment to ensure proper functioning. May drive company truck or other vehicle to transport work crew, plants, materials and tools to/from or at work sites.

The employer will offer 40 hours of work per week. Normal schedule Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm. Shift includes 30 minutes unpaid break time. Work on Saturday may be required when necessary. Workdays and hours may vary depending on weather conditions and business needs.

Employer may increase wage based on experience, market conditions, and/or provide additional pay for performance and tenure. Overtime may be available. An overtime premium will be paid when required by Federal, State, or local law, including at time-and-a-half after 40 hours in a workweek. Generally, when overtime is available it will be paid at $28.38 per hour.

Special Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must be able to stand, bend, or walk for long periods of time.
Post-employment criminal background check required, cost paid by employer and applied equally to all workers, U.S. and foreign/H-2B.
Must be able to work a 5-day schedule, including Saturdays and holidays as required.
Applicant must complete an employment application.
Required uniform provided at no charge to the worker.