Mulch Technician

garden-warrior; Maryland; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A landscaping company in Maryland is seeking reliable individuals to assist in the removal and installation of mulch. Responsibilities include loading and spreading mulch on gardens, ensuring cleanliness, and assisting with disposal tasks. Candidates must be dependable, able to work outdoors, and have the physical capability to handle lifting and moving materials. No prior experience is required, but a willingness to learn is essential. This is a great opportunity for those passionate about gardening.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid U.S. Social Security Number and photo ID.
• Criminal background check required.
• Reliable transportation needed.
• Ability to tolerate outdoor environments and physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Remove old mulch and install new mulch.
• Spread mulch evenly around plants.
• Assist with disposal of mulch.
• Submit timesheets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Reliable and dependable

Ability to work independently

Physical stamina

Tools

Wheelbarrow

Pitchfork

Blower

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Removing old mulch as needed and installing new mulch.
2. Removing old mulch in gardens, if needed, using a rake and wheelbarrow.
3. Loading old mulch onto a trailer for disposal.
4. Installing new mulch from a trailer using a pitchfork and wheelbarrow, or installing bags of mulch.
5. Spreading mulch evenly on garden surfaces and around plants.
6. Tamping down mulch edges on steep slopes to prevent mulch spillover.
7. Use blower for sidewalk and driveway clean up.
8. Assist with disposal of old mulch at dump site.
9. Submitting timesheets.

Qualifications

1. Must possess a United States Social Security Number, a State Issued photo ID and be a citizen of the United States or have an unexpired Green card.
2. Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
3. Must have reliable transportation.
4. Must be reliable and dependable.
5. Must have attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
6. Must have the ability to work independently without supervision.
7. Mulching experience not required but must WANT to learn!
8. Must be able to tolerate working in an outside environment, temperature fluctuations, working in dirt and mulch, and everything that comes with gardening!
9. Must have the ability to handle a wheelbarrow, pitchfork, blower and stand in a trailer while pitching mulch.
10. Must be able to stand, kneel, twist, bend, toss, walk distances, and lift 50 lbs.
11. Must be able to load debris into a trailer using a wheelbarrow.