Landscaper/Groundskeeper

2201 Feather Sound Dr, Pinellas Park FL

Description

Overview We are looking for a Groundskeeper to keep our grounds functionally and aesthetically sound. The Groundskeeper will maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, stair paths, retaining walls and turf. The Groundskeeper will employ insecticides, chemical sprays, fertilizers and mulches to optimize condition of greenery. You will keep grounds free from trash, litter, debris, weeds, plant diseases and harmful insects. You will maintain equipment and supplies, and order as needed​. Responsibilities - Maintaining site landscaping. - Maintaining lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, turf and irrigation. - Fertilizing lawn, trees, flowers and shrubs, and spreading mulch. - Trimming trees, hedges and shrubs, and preventing and eliminating weeds. - Operating and maintaining hand tools, such as loppers, saws and shovels efficiently. - Operating and maintaining trucks and power tools. - Utilizing insecticides, fertilizers and chemical sprays to treat diseases. - Keeping grounds free from trash, litter and debris, and emptying trash receptacles. - Conducting basic irrigation audit and performing basic irrigation repairs. *** Must be able pass a background check and Drug test. - High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent. - 1+ year groundskeeping or related experience. - Proficient in using manual and power tools safely. Qualifications Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: • Full-time position, including weekends and holidays. Flexibility in work hours preferred. Physical Demands: • The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee must frequently lift light and heavy objects, use tools and equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguish between shades of color. • Medium to Heavy work; routinely lifting up to 50lbs and occasionally lifting 100 lbs. • Operating motor vehicles (golf carts) or heavy equipment Work Environment: • The work is performed outside, where the employee is exposed to noise, dirt, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals and inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves.