Lawn and Landscape Crew Member

About Us:

Bright Grove Landscaping is a small business in Knoxville, TN. We are customer-centric, professional, rewarding and our goal is to find people who are passionate about landscaping, design, and customer service. We hire individuals that are eager to learn and grow in their field and see this as a career and not simply a job. We are growing every single day at Bright Grove. From signing desirable commercial accounts, onboarding entire new crews, and investing in more trucks and machinery, our aim is to become the powerhouse landscape vendor in Knoxville and surrounding areas and to continue to build out the best landscaping team in our area. Joining Bright Grove means working with state-of-the-art equipment to create high-quality landscapes, all while working with a great team..

Our work environment includes:

• New state of the art equipment
• Growth opportunities
• On-the-job training
• Safe work environment
• Lively atmosphere
• Regular social events
• Relaxed atmosphere

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Crew Member to join our team. As a Crew Member, you will be responsible for assisting with various tasks related to landscaping, lawn care, and general outdoor maintenance. This is a hands-on position that requires physical stamina and the ability to work in various weather conditions. You must have a positive, can-do attitude, be an eager learner, be conscious of safety requirements, work effectively as a team member, dress appropriately, be punctual, and follow all instructions given by the Foreman or Crew Leader.

Daily Duties:
A. Perform mowing and trimming of lawns using appropriate equipment
B. Use hand tools to perform tasks such as tree trimming, digging, and planting
C. Provide general maintenance and upkeep of outdoor areas
D. Operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently
E. Assist with snow plowing during winter months

Responsibilities:

A. Follows all instructions given by the Maintenance Foreman or Leadman.

B. Thoroughly understands and complies with company policy and safety manual.

C. Reports any/all unsafe conditions or accidents.

D. Properly and safely operate equipment.

E. Works in a safe manner and reports any/all unsafe conditions to foreman and/or supervisors.

F. Reports to work on time.

G. Is a willing learner who seeks to master the basic skills of landscape maintenance.

H. Reports to work in a clean, appropriate uniform and wearing the appropriate boots.

I. Able to communicate with supervisor in a timely and thorough manner.

J. Completes assigned tasks efficiently, thoroughly, and per company production rates.

K. Continuing education requirement: minimum of 5 hours per year.

Skill set and educational requirements:

A. No previous landscape maintenance experience needed.

B. Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.

C. Possess a clean driver’s license and must be insurable on company’s insurance policy.

D. Have a clean criminal record.

E. Legal documentation to verify employment eligibility.

F. Physically able to handle the workload of a Maintenance Leadman or Laborer.

G. Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body.

H. Able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.

I. Have reliable transportation to/from work.

Success factors:

A. Works hard and listens to all instructions given him or her by the Maintenance Foreman or Leadman.

B. Punctual.

C. Eager to learn.

D. Pays attention to detail.

The hidden job description:

A. What should this person enjoy doing to be successful in this job?

(1) Creating wealth for the company and value for clients.

(2) Working with a team of two to four
people.

(3) Working hard.

B. What personal qualities are necessary for this job?

(1) Positive outlook and disposition.

(2) Punctual.

(3) Enjoys challenges and problem solving.

(4) Consistent behavior.

(5) Strong work ethic.

(6) Polite.

(7) Dependable.

(8) Self-starter.

C. What type of behavior will suit this job?

(1) Energetic.

(2) Goal oriented.

(3) Inquisitive and eager learner.

(4) Action oriented.

D. Who has failed in this job before and why?

(1) Numerous failures.

E. Who has succeeded in this job before and why?

(1) Numerous successes.

F. Who are the difficult people this individual will have to communicate with?

(1) Just about everyone: Landscape Maintenance Foreman, Landscape Maintenance Leadman, demanding clients, etc.

G. Are there any unusual circumstances in this organization that the person will have to cope with?

(1) Poor economy.

(2) Undeveloped estimating, scheduling, tracking, and job costing systems.

(3) Lack of skilled workers.

H. What are the toughest conditions of the job?

(1) Must be a self-starter.

(2) Hard physical work.

(3) Limited resources to get job done (personnel and equipment).

I. What kind of work should a person thrive on in order to be happy doing this particular job?

(1) Likes hard physical work.

(2) Likes to be part of a team of professionals.

(3) Responds well to instructions.

J. If you had to describe the person who could best fill this job, how would you do so?

(1) Has to love the chaos of a two to four person landscape crew.

(2) Has to love being part of a team of professionals.

(3) Has to love helping to build a company that is respected in the community.

Individual profile:

A. A self-starter.

B. Action- and results-oriented.

C. Excels at being part of a team.

D. Excels at following instructions.

E. Dependable.

F. Pays attention to detail.

Professional attitude:

A. Customer-service oriented.

B. Enjoys being coached and part of a team of professionals.

C. Displays a positive, “can-do” demeanor.

D. Encourages, assists, and supports fellow crew members.

E. Requires minimal supervision.

F. Desires to grow professionally and seeks to improve personal skill set.

G. Seeks out other professionals from whom to learn.

H. Is punctual and energetic.

I. Accepts and appreciates correctional input/feedback from fellow crew members.

J. Enjoys working with and contributing to a team.

K. Maintains high professional standards for neatness, discipline, self-control, and organization.

L. Is not moody, belligerent, narcissistic, a loner, vindictive, mean-spirited, etc.

Potential career path for next five positions:

A. Maintenance Leadman.

B. Maintenance Foreman.

C. Maintenance Manager.

D. Landscape Installation Leadman.

E. Landscape or Irrigation Foreman/Crew Leader.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 55 per week

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed
• Year round work

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $22