Landscape Construction Laborer

The LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION LABORER is responsible for a variety of job tasks (including mostly physical labor) to assist with the completion of landscape construction projects. Job responsibilities also include utilizing various hand tools, power tools, and equipment to carry out specified job duties.

CORE CAPABILITIES:

Customer and quality focus

Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)

Teamwork

Excellent problem-solving abilities.

Integrity, determination, and dedication

Enthusiastic and courteous

JOB DUTIES:

Assist in hardscape and softscape landscape construction.

Construct rock gardens, decks, fieldstone paths, stone garden walls, retaining walls, and brick pave installations.

Plant trees, shrubs, flowers, and bulbs.

Weed, prune, and trim trees and plants.

Cart and spread topsoil and other required materials.

Lay sod or seed, grading (soil) and tree staking.

Utilize hand tools, power tools, and other necessary equipment to complete job tasks.

Move and transport materials using shovels, wheelbarrows, carts, dollies, and manual lifting.

Perform other manual duties to clean and maintain landscaped environments, shop, and equipment.

Conduct daily safety inspections of tools and equipment.

Follow directions from Landscape Construction Foreman.

Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Comply with all company policies and regulations.

Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations

Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner.

REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma, GED or in the process of completing.

Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Minimal experience in the landscape/construction industry

Show a willingness to learn and accept our company culture and processes.

Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)

Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

Speak, read, and write English.

Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks.

Ability to lift a minimum of 75 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift.

Requires good manual dexterity.

Excellent stamina and dexterity throughout an entire day.

WORK CONDITIONS:

Ability to work efficiently

Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis

Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold.

Flexible working hours including occasional weekend work.

BENEFITS:

Health Insurance Reimbursement

Simple IRA

Vacation days

Paid Training

Education Reimbursement

Uniforms

Performance Based Bonus Structure