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Landscaper

L3

brightviewcomBoonton, NJ8 days ago

$18-$24/hour

Occupations

Landscaping and Groundskeeping WorkersGrounds Maintenance Workers, All OtherFirst-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers

Industries

Landscaping ServicesLandscape Architectural ServicesOther Services to Buildings and Dwellings
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Job Summary: The landscaper provides landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and public properties. This position involves performing basic landscaping tasks under supervision, supporting the safe operation of commercial-grade landscaping equipment, and assisting with the maintenance of plant materials and other landscape features.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Cut turf using various-sized power mowers, trimming, and edging using a gas-powered edger/trimmer, and operating a gas-powered blower
  • Prune shrubs and low trees as needed to improve the shape or growth habit, or to remove damaged branches
  • Plant and maintain flower beds
  • Operate the edger and line trimmer along sidewalks, flower beds, trees, buildings, fences, and other objects
Pick up trash and blow leaves and other organic debris onto the turf before mowing. Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing Perform weeding by hand or using a garden hoe or hula hoe Perform basic, preventative maintenance to extend the life of equipment Properly remove trash, dead plants, and suckers from the landscape Maintain a polite, friendly, responsive demeanor with guests and customers Report unsafe conditions to the Crew Leader as appropriate
Education and Experience:
  • At least 18 years old
  • Enthusiastic and dependable
  • Ability to safely work with equipment like power saws and cutters
  • Certified on level 1 equipment (backpack blower, stick edger, string trimmer, walk-behind mower)
  • Familiar with basic horticultural maintenance operations/practices
Physical Demands/Requirements:
  • Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)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.
Work Environment:
  • 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.
  • 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.
BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer. This job description is subject to change at any time. Compensation Pay Range: $18-$24/hour depending on experience BrightView offers a suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process. It's Not Just a Team. It's One BrightView.
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Level

JuniorL3

Salary

$18-$24/hour

Location

Boonton, NJ

Occupation

Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

Industry

Landscaping Services

Posted

8 days ago

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