Landscape Technician
$41,600–$52,000 year
On-siteAppleton, Wisconsin, United States
Appleton, Wisconsin, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$41,600–$52,000 yearMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Mow lawns, trim edges around beds and structures, and clear debris with leaf blowers to maintain professional property appearances. Collaborate on spring and fall clean-ups while learning snow removal, snow blowing, and de-icing operations during winter months. Conduct daily equipment inspections for preventative maintenance and safely operate company trucks, trailers, and riding mowers. Prioritize safety while performing repetitive tasks like lifting up to 50lbs and working on uneven terrain. Work Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm, with snow removal starting as early as 3:00AM.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 0-3 years of mowing and landscape maintenance experience
- Possession of or ability to obtain a 3.0 turf and landscape certification
- Valid Driver's license
- Must consent to a background check
- Ability to operate a company truck and trailer
- Competence in using a smartphone or data-enabled device for communicating and reporting
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs
- Stamina to walk long distances while carrying or operating equipment throughout the day
- Comfortable using a ladder
- Flexibility to bend, squat, kneel, stand and walk to carry out various landscaping tasks
- Physical endurance to carry out tasks that are labor intense, while ensuring quality results
- Capable of working in diverse weather conditions
- Ability to operate riding equipment, push mowers, blowers, trimmers, and hand tools
- Stability to work on uneven terrain while maintaining safety protocol
- Open minded to learning new techniques that will help foster quality results and efficiency
- Strong work ethic with willingness to engage in training opportunities
- Time management skills: keeping yourself and others on track throughout the day
- Reliable and punctual
- Ability to work solo or with team members
- Ability to problem solve and adapt to challenges that arise while performing tasks
- Willingness to adapt to the needs of the company
- Capable of safely operating company trucks and trailers (Including backing up a trailer)
- Understanding best methods for lawn care and snow removal services
- Ability to learn snow removal and de-icing operations during winter months
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to use equipment that assists in pruning and trimming of trees and branches
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