Landscaper

Bering Straits Native Corporation; Wahiawa (HI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bering Straits Native Corporation is hiring a Landscaper in Wahiawa, HI. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining both the interior and exterior of buildings as well as grounds, including tasks such as mowing, trimming hedges, and pruning shrubs. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of experience with landscaping equipment.

This position offers an opportunity to work outdoors and requires physical stamina. The candidate should be able to work without supervision and possess good communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience with mowing and landscape equipment.
• Must be a United States Citizen or eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the interior and exterior of buildings and grounds.
• Trim hedges around walkways and flower beds using clippers.
• Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth.

Skills

Knowledge of organizational procedures and workflows

Basic knowledge of relevant technologies or tools (e.g., Microsoft 365)

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Problem‑solving and critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lawnmowers

Weed eaters

Chain saws

Job description

About this position: Landscaper in Wahiawa, HI

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• This position is responsible for maintaining the interior and exterior of buildings, grounds and roadways. The Laborer is also responsible for performing minor repairs of structures and equipment.
• Cut grass using walk-behind or riding mowers (less than 2,000 lbs).
• Trim hedges/edges around walkways, flower beds, and walls using hedge trimmers, clippers, and edging tools.
• Clean walks, drives and parking areas by means of a landscape blower or vacuum.
• Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth using shears and other hand tools.
• Spray lawns, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicide, and/or insecticide.
• Plant grass, trees, flowers, and shrubs.
• Water lawns and shrubs.
• Perform litter and debris clean-up.
• Weed plant and ornamental landscape beds.
• Repair and paint fences, gates, benches, buildings, and equipment.
• May clean comfort stations, office and workshop areas, residential units, or parking areas by sweeping, washing, mopping, and polishing.
• May be assigned to assist with spill response team.
• Load and unload trucks and other conveyances.
• Move supplies and materials to proper location by wheelbarrows or hand trucks.
• Collect refuse and salvageable materials.
• Dig, fill, and tamp earth excavations.
• Level ground using pick, shovel, tamper, and rake.
• Clean culverts and ditches.
• Cut trees, and brush.
• Operate power tools such as chain saws, lawnmowers, weed eaters, edgers, blowers.
• Wash, wax, vacuum, and polish vehicles/equipment.
• Move heavy pieces of machinery and equipment.
• Pick up leaves and trash.
• Accountable for meeting safety performance standards and completing all work safely.
• Responsible for the timely reporting of accidents, injuries, “near miss” and hazardous situations.
• Responsible for minor routine maintenance to equipment use in their daily functions.
• May perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications

• Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED
• Must be a United States Citizen or eligible to work in the United States.
• Minimum 6 month’s experience with mowing and landscape equipment.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Work is performed outdoors. Outdoor work is subject to temperature extremes and inclement weather conditions.
• Subject to hazards that may cause personal bodily harm; diseases, cuts, bruises, burns, common colds, influenza, dust, odors and elevated noise levels.
• Tasks may be performed on uneven, inclined, hard and soft‑carpeted floors, cement structures and surfaces.
• Work hours are subject to change, with weekend work or long hours as needed.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision.
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and/or walk for long periods at a time, sit, use of hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, climb ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of organizational procedures and workflows: – understanding how work moves through a company.
• Basic knowledge of relevant technologies or tools: e.g., Microsoft 365, communication platforms, or industry‑standard software.
• Knowledge of customer service practices: principles of providing quality service and managing inquiries professionally.
• Knowledge of data privacy and confidentiality principles: awareness of proper handling of sensitive information.
• Communication skills (written and verbal): – ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Time management and prioritization: – balancing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking: – analyzing issues and selecting appropriate solutions.
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills: – building rapport and collaborating effectively with others.
• Attention to detail: – producing accurate, error‑free work.

Preferred

Preferred qualifications and attributes may be considered.

Necessary Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout the property, including accessing multiple floors, stairways, and mechanical spaces.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position and/or move about the property for extended periods during inspections or issue resolution.
• Ability to operate standard maintenance tools and office equipment.
• Ability to position self (e.g., bend, stoop, kneel, reach) to inspect or access equipment and areas requiring maintenance.
• Ability to move items of moderate weight (e.g., up to 25–50 lbs), or coordinate assistance when needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with tenants, staff, and vendors.

Work Environmental Characteristics

• Work is performed in a combination of office, residential/commercial, indoor, and outdoor environments.
• Regular movement throughout the property is required, including common areas, mechanical rooms, and exterior spaces.
• May encounter variable environmental conditions such as weather changes (heat, cold, rain, snow), noise levels from equipment or building systems, occasional exposure to dust, odors, cleaning agents, and building materials.
• Requires interaction with tenants, employees, vendors, and contractors in both routine and time‑sensitive situations.
• Work may involve responding to urgent or emergency situations outside of standard business hours.
• Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones) as well as occasional use of maintenance tools or equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position will not have supervisory responsibilities.

DOT Covered/Safety‑Sensitive Role Requirements

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety‑sensitive” functions.

Additional Qualifying Factors

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance levels required and must also be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.