Landscape Technician

SUMMARY

The primary function of this position is to assist in the Landscape maintenance of a utility grade farm.

WORK REQUIREMENTS

You will report to a management approved supervisor which may be reassigned as workload changes.

• Basic general labor duties preparing work area for use of various equipment, mainly utilizing weed-eater equipment.
• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment and materials
• Dig ditches or trenches, and compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, and rakes
• Ability to thoroughly keep equipment, vehicles, materials, tools, and all company property clean and neat.
•  Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, mud, etc.
• Ability to work well with others and understand and take direction from all levels of upper management
• Must maintain a clean driving record, and have the ability to transport crew to and from each job site.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments (example: hot sun, cold, wet weather, mud, etc.)
• Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body
• Ability to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time
• Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
• Be able to lift 50 pounds of weight safely without assistance throughout assigned workday
• Must have full range or mobility in upper and lower body; ability to work in various positions and environments including stooping, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time during an 8-12 hour shift and able to routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds without assistance and pushing and pulling of objects is required
• Able to work 8 -12 hours per day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required including occasional night shifts
• Physical work is a primary part (more than 80%) of the job
• Repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance required
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
• Must display a positive attitude dedicated towards achieving results for the company as well as providing quality service and accuracy
• Must be a team player and able to work between multiple departments to reach a common goal
• Must maintain a clean and professional appearance and attitude at ALL times while at work, while representing or traveling for the company
• Responsible for daily upkeep of your work area
• Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime as needed
• Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times (hard hat, safety glasses, etc)
• Advise immediate supervisor of any safety or job related problems
• Must comply with all OHSA safety requirements and regulations

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.