The Grounds Maintenance Crew is responsible for ensuring the work completed is up to Wright Landscape Services standards. Operating a variety of equipment and tools in a safe manner to get the required tasks completed is critical to the success of this position.
Primary Duties
- Regular lawn maintenance including but not limited to; cutting grass, weed whacking, leaf raking or blowing, seeding, planting, digging, laying sod, and trimming plants or trees
- Completing assigned tasks in a timely manner
- Follow all policies and procedures while working at all company locations and client sites
- Communicate issues with or damages to equipment to management
- Operating necessary equipment, tools, and vehicles
- Control plant growth and development through pruning, and shaping
- Detect, control and report all health and pest problems
- Other duties as assigned by Management
Key Skills
- Mechanically Inclined
- Organized
- Time Management
- Task Focused
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Sense of Urgency
- Prioritization
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Team Work
Work Environment
- Exposure to plants, trees, and chemicals used in the treatment of these areas
- Lifting or moving up to 75 lbs. may be required
- Extended periods of standing/sitting in outdoor setting
- Manual dexterity required to use equipment and tools
- Extended hours as required
- May perform work in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat or cold, snow and or rain
Applicant Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- College Diploma is an asset
- 1-3 years of experience in grounds maintenance
- Exceptional team player
- Positive understanding of lawn maintenance best practices
- Knowledge of plant matter, proper handling and care
- Use of company property in a respectful manner and returning the property to where it belongs when tasks are complete
- Moderate physical strength and stamina
- Excellent judgement and adaptability
- Reliable transportation