Maintenance Crew Member is responsible for performing a variety of work assignments to assist with the cultivation and care of the landscaping and grounds surrounding a business or building. Plants flowers, mows, pulls weeds, repairs structure, maintains outside of building, etc.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Perform groundskeeping and building maintenance duties.
Mow lawn either by hand or using a riding lawnmower.
Cut lawn using hand, power, or riding mower and trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls.
Landscape by planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes.
Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others.
Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth.
Shovel snow from walkways and sprinkle ice down to keep people from falling.
Perform routine maintenance duties such as applying plaster, fixing fountains, and other duties.
Sweep walkway of debris.
Cut down tree limbs that are posing a danger.
Trim shrubs and pull weeds.
Perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in groundskeeping.
Install lawn furniture.
Rake, mulch, and prune the grounds as needed.
Install rock, cement, lighting, water, and furniture.
Water plants and grass as needed and apply fertilizer.
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
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.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
Minimum one-year experience in the landscape industry but not required
Valid Driver's license and safe driving record.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks.
Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials.
Ability to lift a minimum of 80 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 heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold.
Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work.