Landscaping Crew Member (Driver)

Asplundh; Newport News (VA); In loco; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Asplundh is hiring a Crew Member (Driver) to perform landscape maintenance including mowing, trimming, planting, and weed control on assigned properties. A valid driver's license is required, and responsibilities include operating equipment, applying chemicals, and ensuring safety and quality on site.

The role demands reading and following site plans, working with the Crew Leader, and maintaining a clean, organized job site.

Competenze

• Ability to read architectural drawings and follow maps/plans.
• Demonstrated dependability, punctuality and safety awareness.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; licensure as required locally.

Mansioni

• Operate equipment (skid steer, excavator, backhoe, etc.).
• Perform landscape maintenance with emphasis on weed control and chemical applications.
• Store, transport, mix, and apply chemicals per law.
• Follow installation plans with Crew Leader and Operations Manager.
• Assist in loading/unloading equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Maintain and clean equipment; keep work areas organized.
• Work safely and ensure timely quality of tasks.
• Report issues to supervisor and follow company policies.
• Participate in training programs as required.
• May transport Crew Members to site in company vehicle.

Conoscenze

Read architectural drawings

Work independently

Train new laborers

Follow site plans

Dependable and punctual

Safety conscious

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer service mindset

Problem solving

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

State Technician and/or Applicator license (local requirement)

Descrizione del lavoro

Crew Member (Driver)

This position is responsible for lawn mowing, clean-ups, mulching, trimming, landscape maintenance, pruning, fertilization, weed control, planting of trees and shrubs, flower installation, leaf clean-ups, and similar tasks. Employees are responsible to safely and efficiently complete landscape enhancement projects on assigned properties. Valid drivers license is required.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Running equipment (skid steer, excavator, backhoe, etc.…)
• Carries out specific landscape maintenance functions on the job site with an emphasis on spraying weed control and other chemical applications requiring licensure.
• Stores, transports, mixes and applies chemicals in accordance with the law.
• Follows installation instructions and plans with the Crew Leader and Operations Manager.
• Assists in loading and unloading equipment, tools, and supplies on truck.
• Complies with the equipment preventative maintenance program and thoroughly cleans used equipment and stores in designated areas daily.
• Performs all job-related tasks safely and efficiently and uses all tools and equipment in accordance with company safety policy.
• Assists in keeping job site, vehicles, trailers, warehouses and offices safe, clean and organized.
• Informs supervisor of problem areas on site, equipment or supply issues, or of any accident or loss.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures and safety requirements, especially in the handling of equipment.
• Works to assure quality and timely completion of all tasks assigned.
• Participates in training programs as required.
• *May be required to safely transport Crew Member’s to and from site in a company vehicle.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years-of-age or older.
• Able to read architectural drawings
• Able to safely work alone and display quality and thoroughness in work product.
• Ability to teach and train new laborers.
• Able to follow plans as shown on a map of property.
• Dependable; consistently arrives to work on time, responds to management direction and commits to the required hours for job completion that will vary based on weather/season.
• Organized, hardworking, safety conscious, punctual, leads by example, self-motivated, honest, and customer service-driven.
• Effectively communicates with others, with the ability to read and/or comprehend written and verbal instructions/information. Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.
• Accountable; demonstrates dependability in attendance and timeliness, and carefully follows directions and instructions provided.
• Solutions-oriented with the ability to apply feedback to improve performance.

Education & Experience

• 2+ years of experience in landscape installation.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Holds, at a minimum, a State Technician and/or Applicator license per local requirement.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Driver's License Preferred, but not required

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.