Landscaper

BrightView Landscapes; Jamesville (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer contributions

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes is seeking a dedicated Landscaper to support maintenance of diverse properties. The role involves mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, and bed maintenance, with responsibilities for safe equipment use and on-site safety.

The position requires 18+ years old, dependability, and basic horticultural knowledge, plus certification on level 1 equipment. Outdoor work in various conditions is expected.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old and dependable.
• Ability to safely operate landscape equipment like blowers, edgers, mowers.
• Familiar with basic horticultural maintenance practices.
• Certified on level 1 equipment (blowers, edgers, trimmers, mowers).
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and handle physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Cut turf with power mowers and trim/edge as needed.
• Prune shrubs and low trees to maintain shape.
• Plant and maintain flowerbeds.
• Operate edger and line trimmer along walkways and beds.
• Report unsafe conditions to crew lead and operate safely.

Skills

Enthusiastic and dependable

Safety with equipment

Basic horticultural practices

Lift 40 lbs

Bend and twist frequently

Tools

Level 1 equipment certification

Job description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.

The Landscaper will provide landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and public properties. This position involves performing basic landscaping tasks under supervision, supporting the safe operation of commercial-grade landscaping equipment, and assisting with the maintenance of plant materials and other landscape features.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Cut turf using various-sized power mowers, trimming, and edging using a gas-powered edger/trimmer, and operating a gas-poweredblower
• Prune shrubs and low trees as needed to improve the shape or growth habit, or to remove damagedbranches
• Plant and maintain flowerbeds
• Operate the edger and line trimmer along sidewalks, flower beds, trees, buildings, fences, and otherobjects
• Pick up trash and blow leaves and other organic debris onto the turf before mowing.
• Mulch the leaves and organic matter whenmowing
• Perform weeding by hand or using a garden hoe or hulahoe
• Perform basic, preventative maintenance to extend the life of equipment
• Properly remove trash, dead plants, and suckers from the landscape
• Maintain a polite, friendly, responsive demeanor with guests andcustomers
• Report unsafe conditions to the Crew Leader as appropriate

Education And Experience

• At least 18 years old,
• Enthusiastic and dependable
• Ability to safely work with equipment like power saws and cutters
• Certified on level 1 equipment (backpack blower, stick edger, string trimmer, walk-behind mower)
• Familiar with basic horticultural maintenance operations/practices

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)
• Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)
• Ability to bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the day

Work Environment

• Work in/or about situations near direct automotive traffic
• Work near or about natural bodies of water
• Ability to work in extreme conditions - temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time
• Work outdoors in moderate to extreme heat in dry/humid near automotive traffic, natural bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical/electrical hazards, and direct sunlight.
• Requires protective clothing and personal devices: Eye protection, safety vest, gloves, hard hat, earplugs, long-sleeved shirts, and work boots

Compensation Pay Range

$17/hour depending on experience

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process

It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.