School Landscaper

Vertex Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Discounted onsite childcare

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vertex Education in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Worker responsible for the upkeep of exterior landscaping and grounds. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least one year of professional landscape experience, with a strong emphasis on safety and effective communication. Benefits include industry-leading pay, health coverage, and opportunities for promotion.

This role involves working outdoors in high temperatures and requires lifting and operating various landscaping equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of professional landscape experience, preferably 2-5 years.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
• Willingness to fill in for custodial duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general appearance of exterior landscaping.
• Make minor repairs to irrigation systems.
• Monitor grounds and respond to unsafe situations.

Skills

Landscape maintenance practices

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Willingness to follow safety rules

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pole saws

Chainsaws

Lawn mowers

Job description

Position Overview

Under general supervision, performs a variety of work in the general maintenance of landscape and grounds; maintain and perform minor repairs to grounds maintenance equipment; performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Maintain the general appearance of exterior landscaping by following daily, weekly, monthly, and annual landscape schedules.
• Weed landscaped planting beds; mow and edge lawn areas and fence lines.
• Edge and trim around walkways, sidewalks, flower beds, and against walls.
• Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve appearance and growth.
• Spray lawn areas with herbicides to control undesirable weeds as directed.
• Maintain all landscape equipment and tools in good working condition and demonstrate proficiency of use (pole saws, chainsaws, lawn mowers, etc.).
• Water lawn areas using timed and manual irrigation system methods.
• Make minor repairs to irrigation systems.
• Assure exterior play areas and equipment are safe.
• Monitor grounds and playground areas and respond to any unsafe situations.
• Empty exterior trash cans and pick up exterior trash.
• Assist with field preparation for sporting events.
• Rake rock areas to maintain uniform spreading, especially around playground equipment.
• Blow sidewalks to keep free of rocks and debris.
• Follow Landscape Management Guide, Landscape Schedules, Field and Ground Treatment Schedules, and Annual Soil Testing Reports; make recommended changes as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High School Diploma or equivalent; minimum one year of professional landscape experience (prefer 2–5 years).
• Knowledge of landscape and maintenance practices for play fields, landscaped areas, walkways, parking lots, and other campus exterior areas.
• Ability to work independently and to manage multiple tasks in a timely manner.
• Willingness to follow all company work rules, safety rules, and required PPE for landscape duties.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non‑technical personnel.
• Self‑motivated and able to work in a quick‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to fill in for custodial duties as needed and support school events requiring extra hours.
• Flexibility regarding work hours to support campus coverage, particularly in the absence of the Campus Manager.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Requires safe operation of mechanical and manually operated landscaping equipment and tools; work outside in high temperatures (up to and above 100°F) on a regular basis. May involve frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting up to approximately 40 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment or materials weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Must sit or stand for extended periods, enter data on a computer, read printed materials, and understand oral and written instructions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Background Checks

Candidate must pass a criminal history background check along with an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Physical and Travel Requirements

Travel between campuses may be required from time to time. The position may require lifting objects up to 25 pounds on occasion and may involve sitting or standing for long periods, talking on the phone, kneeling, stooping, and maintaining concentration.

Benefits

Enjoy industry‑leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, and paid time‑off. Care for your health and family with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits; discounted onsite childcare and student enrollment priority. Retirement plans and opportunities for promotion, training, mentoring, and tuition reimbursement are also available.

Any accommodations for the careers website, application or hiring process can be requested by contacting [e-mail] or 480‑270‑5438.