Landscape Gardener

RIVERSIDE HOSPITAL SERVICES; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, VA is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Associate to perform landscape installation, mulching, pruning, irrigation prep, litter removal and seasonal plantings. The role supports plant health in the Mid-Atlantic region and requires a valid Virginia driver’s license with pesticide certification or eligibility.

The position pays $16.80–$21.83 per hour with pay determined by experience and internal equity.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Experience: 1 year Landscaping experience in a professional environment (Required)
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified Pesticide Applicator - Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
• Registered Spray Technician within 1 Year (Preferred)
• Valid Drivers License (Required)

Responsibilities

• Assists co-workers with the care of their customers; addresses customer's needs regardless of assignment.
• Assists others to complete tasks when necessary.
• Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a work environment that reflects performance improvement and customer service program in accordance with our mission statement.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and accomplish assignments with accuracy and timeliness.
• Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a work environment that reflects performance excellence.
• Conscientiously observes policies and procedures to ensure the safety of self, co-workers, and visitors.
• Follows guidelines for proper body mechanics, hazardous material handling and universal precautions to avoid personal accidents and injuries.
• Maintains a safe work area and wears all personal protective equipment; i.e., ear plugs, glasses, safety vests, boots, gloves and rain gear.
• Executes services work plans to achieve the highest quality.
• Revises the daily service plan as appropriate to ensure the highest quality.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location & Compensation

Newport News, Virginia Hiring Range $16.80 - $21.83/Hourly. Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

Ensuring grounds are maintained to standard as assigned at Riverside Health System standards.

Job Assignments

• landscape installation
• hand watering
• mulching
• hedge trimming
• trash removal
• leaf removal
• weed removal both by hand and chemically
• push mowing when needed
• snow removal
• flower plantings in beds, containers, and baskets

Must be knowledgeable of plant names and maintenance characteristics for the Mid-Atlantic region.

What you will do

• Assists co-workers with the care of their customers; addresses customer's needs regardless of assignment.
• Assists others to complete tasks when necessary.
• Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a work environment that reflects performance improvement and customer service program in accordance with our mission statement.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and accomplish assignments with accuracy and timeliness.
• Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a work environment that reflects performance excellence.
• Conscientiously observes policies and procedures to ensure the safety of self, co-workers, and visitors.
• Follows guidelines for proper body mechanics, hazardous material handling and universal precautions to avoid personal accidents and injuries.
• Maintains a safe work area and wears all personal protective equipment; i.e., ear plugs, glasses, safety vests, boots, gloves and rain gear.
• Executes services work plans to achieve the highest quality.
• Revises the daily service plan as appropriate to ensure the highest quality.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, (Preferred)
• Experience: 1 year Landscaping experience in a professional environment (Required)
• Licenses and Certifications: Certified Pesticide Applicator - Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
• Registered Spray Technician within 1 Year (Preferred)
• Valid Drivers License (Required)

Company Culture & Benefits

If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside.

By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives.

Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love.

We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team.

We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks.

At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.