Mowing Landscaping Crew Member

Dragonfly Pond Works; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Dragonfly Pond Works in San Marcos, Texas, is seeking a reliable team member for pond and lake maintenance. Responsibilities include assisting with maintenance services, operating equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

The ideal candidate should have at least one year of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors in various conditions. Benefits include 401(k) matching and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in pond/lake maintenance or landscaping.
• Ability to work safely in varying environmental conditions.
• Reliable and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pond and lake maintenance services.
• Operate and maintain various equipment and tools.
• Support other crews as needed.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Strong communication skills

Experience in landscaping

Ability to work outdoors

Tools

Stand-on mower

Chainsaw

Job description

Pay

$17- $19 per hour

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist the Crew Leader with all aspects of pond and lake maintenance services
• Perform mowing and string trimming on pond slopes, banks, and basin areas
• Assist with the selective removal of invasive vegetation surrounding ponds and waterways
• Load, unload, and transport equipment, tools, and planting materials
• Ensure all company equipment and tools are collected, secured, and accounted for at the end of each workday
• Follow all company safety procedures and operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Support other crews and departments as operational needs require

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

Safely operate and perform basic maintenance on the following equipment:

• Stand-on, walk-behind, and zero-turn mowers
• Edgers, string trimmers, and chainsaws
• Backpack blowers and sprayers
• Hand tools including shovels, rakes, picks, and pruning tools

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in pond/lake maintenance, landscaping, commercial mowing, turf management, or pesticide application preferred
• Ability to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to walk and work on steep or uneven terrain for extended periods
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and perform physical labor throughout the workday
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
• Ability to safely work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns, insects, and other environmental hazards
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and willing to assist where needed in a fast-paced environment
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay

We are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.