Landscape Maintenance Crew Member

Company: Outside
Location: Duncanville
Posted on: May 19, 2024

Job Description:

Outside is currently looking for a Garden Services Crew Member to join our remarkable team. Our Garden Services Laborers work directly with the crew Foreman & Garden Services Managers to provide weekly maintenance services to our portfolio of clients.



Summary:

The garden services crew member is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to complete grounds maintenance service contracts. The laborer will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.



Core Capabilities:



--- Customer and quality focus
--- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
--- Team work
--- Excellent problem-solving abilities
--- Responsibility and dependability
--- Ethics and integrity


Job Duties:

--- Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
--- Cut grass, trim edges, clean up refuse, blow trimmings, fertilize and water turf areas, and perform other lawn care duties as directed by foreman
--- Move and install soil, mulch, and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
--- Spray and dust areas to control insects and or weeds
--- Operate power equipment including, but not limited to, lawn tractors, lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chainsaws, and snow blowers
--- Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
--- Assist foreman in other work-related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle, and equipment maintenance
--- Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
--- Comply with all company policies and regulations
--- Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations
--- Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner


Requirements:

--- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
--- Minimum one year experience in the landscape/construction industry
--- Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
--- Effective communication skills - must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete simple reports, report progress to foreman
--- Time management skills
--- Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools, and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
--- Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
--- Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks
--- Preference will be given to candidates with a valid driver's license and safe driving record


Work Conditions:

--- Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
--- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
--- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
--- Requires good manual dexterity
--- Excellent stamina is required
--- Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
--- Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise,and cold

Responsibilities:

--- Complete lawn care, groundskeeping, and lawn maintenance tasks including mowing, edging, weeding, raking, fertilizing, mulching, and pruning


Qualifications:

--- Driver's license or reliable transportation to and from the work site
--- Familiarity with hand tools and maintenance equipment including blowers, chain saws, edgers, rakes, clippers, hedge trimmers, and lawnmowers
--- At least 2 years of experience as a crew member landscaping for residential or commercial properties
--- Possesses a strong work ethic and have high attention to detail
--- Spanish preferred

About Company:
Outside is a trusted partner and resource for discerning clients and home design professionals. Our team is a collaboration of talented experts, each bringing their specialized experience to the table for our partners and clients. We approach each project with professionalism, transparency, and a considered understanding of the beauty and challenges unique to the Texas climate. A mix of candor and know-how has helped Outside build lasting relationships within the Dallas design community for 20 years.

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