Landscaper (Grand Rapids) - Immediate Start
$31,200–$35,360 year
On-siteGrand Rapids, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Proactively maintain site detail for industrial, commercial, and public properties by cutting turf, pruning shrubs, repairing irrigation systems, and performing weeding. Operate commercial-grade equipment safely while identifying and correcting sprinkler issues, planting flower beds, and managing organic debris. Lead and perform job duties independently when the Crew Leader is absent, solve schedule challenges, and complete punch list items without supervision. Train team members on preventative maintenance and safety protocols, while maintaining a responsive demeanor with guests. Requires Level 3 equipment certification, pesticide application license, and ability to lift 40 lbs. in extreme weather. Flexible hours including weekends and holidays are required.
Required Qualifications
- At least 18 years old
- Enthusiastic and dependable
- Ability to safely work with equipment like power saws and cutters
- Certified on level 3 equipment (bed edger, chainsaw, power pole, pruner, leaf vacuum, skid steer)
- Certified to apply pesticides
- Has demonstrated 6 months of accident-free performance
- Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs.
- 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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