LANDSCAPER / LAWNCARE LABOR

Landscaper / Lawncare Labor

Job Overview

Sentry Construction (Madison, AL) is looking to hire an experienced Landscaper. Ideal candidate will maintain grounds of multiple properties using hand or power tools or equipment. Perform a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, leaf blowing, bagging and sprinkler installation.

Great reasons to work here:

• This is a Full-time position and 40-hours of work per week are guaranteed – even if the weather is bad!
• Typically, work hours are Mon–Thu from 6 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. / Fri from 6 a.m. until 12 p.m.
• No weekend work
• Paid weekly – Direct Deposit only
• Growth and promotion opportunities available
• Paid holidays, Paid vacation/sick days (PTO), and insurance benefit options available for Full-time employees

Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance duties such as lawn mowing, cleaning walkways, fixing fountains, and applying plaster
• Conduct minor repairs and maintenance
• procedures on equipment utilized in grounds keeping
• Utilize pesticides to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, and ticks
• Efficiently apply fertilizer to property grounds to enhance growth
• Safely cut grounds using hand, power or riding mower for trimming edges around walkways, flower beds, and walls
• Monitor property grounds to ensure a pleasant appearance
• Be willing to train and enhance knowledge in assigned duties
• Ensure grounds are free of weeds and dead plants
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) with 2 years of experience (preferred, but not required) in a landscaping or grounds keeping role.
• Must be able to safely operate maintenance equipment including lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers
• Must have reliable transportation
• Possessing a valid driver’s license is preferred, but is not required
• Knowledge of pest management and basic lawn maintenance (preferred, but not required)
• Must be dependable
• Excellent organizational skills
• Working knowledge of horticulture (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a variety of outside conditions for long periods of time
• Must be able to pass background check
• Must possess a valid/legal identification; E-Verify Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

External Recruiting Agencies/Vendors: Sentry Construction does not currently engage with external recruiting agencies and will not accept unsolicited resumes from any external agency. Unsolicited resumes submitted by agencies to Sentry Construction will become the property of Sentry Construction and may be contacted and engaged with directly. Sentry Construction maintains a preferred vendor list and only engages with these agencies from time to time at Sentry Construction’s sole discretion.