Landscaper/String Trimmer Operator (Milford) - DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIRED

BrightView Landscapes; Milford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Variable pay

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes is seeking a Landscaper II to support maintenance across commercial and public properties. The role involves operating basic landscaping equipment, trimming, mowing, pruning, and planting to keep sites looking their best.

Applicants must be at least 18, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to work outdoors in heat. Certification on level 1 equipment and familiarity with horticultural practices are preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• A valid Driver's license
• 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

Responsibilities

• Cut turf using power mowers, trimming, edging, and operating a gas-powered blower
• Use company ATV and similar equipment; requires a valid state driver’s license
• Prune shrubs and low trees as needed to shape growth
• Plant and maintain flowerbeds
• Operate edger and trimmer along sidewalks, beds, and structures
• Report unsafe conditions to Crew Leader or Production Manager

Skills

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Horticultural basics

Tools

Level 1 equipment certification

Job description

Description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.

THE PAY RATE FOR THIS ROLE IS $19.00 PER HOUR.

• The Landscaper II provide landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and public properties. This position performs basic tasks with supervision and supports the safe operation of commercial grade landscaping equipment as well as the upkeep of plant material and other landscaping elements.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Cut turf using various sized power mowers, trimming, and edging using a gas-powered edger/trimmer, and operating a gas-poweredblower
• Using company-owned ATV's and similar equipment to get to and from where you will be working - this REQUIRES a valid state Driver's license.
• 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 on to 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 landscape
• Maintain a polite, friendly, responsive demeanor with guests andcustomers
• Report unsafe conditions to Crew Leader or Production Manager as appropriate

Education And Experience

• At least 18 years old,
• A valid Driver's license
• 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, ear plugs, long sleeved shirts, and work boots.

Benefits

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• ancillary and voluntary products
• 401k savings plan with employer contributions
• 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year
• paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave
• tuition reimbursement
• 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.