Landscaper
On-sitePlano, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Cut turf using various-sized power mowers, trim, and edge with gas-powered equipment, then blow debris onto the lawn before mulching. Prune shrubs and low trees, plant and maintain flower beds, and weed by hand or with hoes. Operate edgers, line trimmers, and blowers along sidewalks and around structures, while picking up trash and removing dead plants. Perform basic preventative maintenance on equipment and report unsafe conditions to the Crew Leader. Maintain a polite demeanor with guests and customers, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment. This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, working outdoors in extreme weather, and operating Level 1 equipment. Valid driver's license and state motor vehicle record check are required for fleet vehicle operation.
Required Qualifications
- At least 18 years old
- Enthusiastic and dependable
- Ability to safely work with equipment like power saws and cutters
- Certified on level 1 equipment (backpack blower, stick edger, string trimmer, walk-behind mower)
- Familiar with basic horticultural maintenance operations/practices
- Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)
- Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)
- Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
- Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold
- Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers)
- Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods
- Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
- You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
- Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver's license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed
- Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur
- Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
- Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards
- Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present
- Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes
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