Landscape Labor and Driver

Position Summary: Landscape Laborers with driving privileges are responsible for transporting a crew in a company-provided vehicle to various job sites as well as working with the crew preparing the ground, planting trees and shrubs, and placing sod per the site plans and instructions from the Foreman and Project Manager all in a safe manner. We have openings at all locations from Homestead to Palm Bay, Florida.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily inspection of vehicle to ensure all safety requirements are met and vehicle is in good working condition;
• Follow all driving laws and regulations to ensure safe transportation of oneself and the crew;
• Prepare ground for landscape projects, which includes but not limited to removing existing ground, digging holes, shoveling soil, etc., with the use of tools and heavy equipment as needed;
• Plant trees and shrubs according to proper guidelines as to depth; secure with straps and posts when necessary;
• Ensure grounds are cleaned up after each project;
• Maintain all safety standards to ensure one's safety and the team;
• Report any and all accidents, incidents and/or injuries to management the same day of occurrence;
• Sign-off on hours worked each day and/or week;
• Attend weekly safety meetings as scheduled; have a clear understanding of safety rules, standards and guidelines;
• Wear proper PPE and work boots.

Job Requirements, Skills and/or Qualifications:

        Current, valid Driver's License with a driving history clear of infractions for at least the past five years

        Previous landscaping experience preferred

        Knowledge of, training and previous use of heavy equipment while maintaining all safety rules and standards a plus

        Ability to comprehend instructions both verbal and written

        Good communication skills with managers and co-workers

        Bilingual communication in English and Spanish a plus

        Provide excellent customer service both internal and external

        Ability to visualize and diagnose malfunctions and maintain vehicles or machinery

        Capable of physical, manual labor, including but not limited to balancing, carrying, loading and unloading materials; Ability to lift heavy material and equipment;

        Is consistently at work and on time;

        Takes responsibility for own actions; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

        Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

        Minimum of 18 years of age

        Ability to get along well with others, be a team player

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The individual performs duties outdoors in a natural, agricultural environment; therefore, the working conditions are subject to all types of weather conditions. Exposure to potentially hazardous conditions may occur, therefore, attention to one's surroundings is mandatory.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud with the operation of equipment. Wearing PPE (safety equipment) such as ears and eyes protection and back support is required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; however, due to the nature of the business this area is very limited.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, climb, jump, and/or crawl on multiple types of terrain; lifting trees and materials is routine; the employee is regularly required to use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• Subsequent to training, the employee may be required to operate heavy equipment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Anything heavier, assistance should be obtained, along with wearing proper safety equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision.