Landscaper

Bearing Distributors, Inc.; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bobby Dodd Institute is seeking a landscape team member to perform tasks that meet contract specifications under a federal AbilityOne program. This position must be filled by a person with a disability as required by the program.

The role requires passing a criminal history background check, physical ability to stand, walk, bend, lift 35 pounds, and work with the team. A high school diploma or GED is preferred; BDI is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must have 3–6 months training or experience as a landscaper, or ability to learn essential functions.
• Must be able to pass security clearance for designated contracts.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Grass cutting
• Weeding
• Trimming
• Leaf blowing
• Maintain issued equipment
• Notify supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks
• Cooperate with team members
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor

Job description

At Bobby Dodd Institute, we believe in an inclusive world where people of differing abilities can lead more independent and purposeful lives when provided the right guidance, support, and opportunities.

Under the supervision of the Field Operations Manager, we are looking for a landscape team member who performs those landscaping tasks necessary to meet contract specifications.

This role is part of a federal AbilityOne contract, which mandates that most of the work hours must be carried out by individuals with disabilities. Due to program requirements, this particular position must be filled by a person with a disability.

This position requires that the employee must successfully complete criminal history information background check.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Grass cutting
• Weeding
• Trimming
• Leaf blowing
• Maintain issued equipment.
• Notify supervisor when supplies and equipment are needed to perform tasks.
• Cooperate with team members.
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

The applicant must be able to stand a majority of the work time, walk a significant portion, and bending. He/She must be able to lift/carry 35 pounds and push/pull 35 pounds in order to clean work areas and handle supplies and equipment. Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach and handle. All of these requirements are necessary for performance of landscaping duties. Must be able to communicate with supervisors and co-workers. Reasonable accommodations for physical requirements will be considered.

OVERALL QUALIFICATIONS

Must have three (3) to six (6) months training or experience working as a landscaper preferred, or be capable of learning to perform the essential functions. Must be able to pass security clearance for designated contracts. The ideal candidate should hold a high school diploma or GED equivalent and demonstrate a strong sense of integrity.

Bobby Dodd Institute (BDI) is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug-Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BDI is a Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Federal Contractor.

Preferred

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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