Landscaping Crew Member

Lewis Property Services; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading landscaping company in Orlando is seeking a dedicated Crew Member to join their team. This role involves a range of landscaping tasks, including mowing, planting, and maintaining outdoor spaces. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in commercial landscaping, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to perform physical labor in varying weather conditions. Join us to contribute to beautiful landscapes and join a dynamic team!

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience with commercial landscaping.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform various landscaping tasks including mowing and planting.
• Mix and apply fertilizers and pesticides.
• Follow landscaping designs and directions from superiors.

Skills

Physical fitness

Landscaping expertise

Ability to lift heavy objects

Basic gardening skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Primary Accountability: The crew member will typically perform a variety of tasks, which include sod laying mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, and raking.

Expectations/Responsibilities:

• Care for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, and removing thatch, and trimming and edging around flower beds, walks, and walls.
• Mix and spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
• Mow and edge lawns, using power mowers and edgers.
• Plant seeds, bulbs, foliage, flowering plants, grass, ground covers, trees, and shrubs, and apply mulch for protection, using gardening tools.
• Follow planned landscaping designs as directed by Crew Leader and General Manager.
• Gather and remove litter.
• Prune and trim trees, shrubs, and hedges, using shears, pruners, or chain saws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Competencies:

• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years experience with commercial landscaping required.
• Ability to handle the physicality of our work: weather conditions, heavy lifting, and extensive walking.
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time operating a motor vehicle.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs.
• Ability to work in severe weather conditions both hot and cold. Work and travel in inclement weather
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and exert physical effort performing manual labor 50-70% of the time.
• Able to tolerate exposure to moderate noise levels.
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.