What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mowing Landscaping Crew Member position at Dragonfly Pond Works?
Mowing Landscaping Technician
Do you thrive in an outdoor work environment and want to be part of an exciting environmental industry? Dragonfly Pond Works is a fast-growing company, offering year-round work, and provides long-term career opportunities. Join our "swarm" today!
Location: Ocala, FL 34471
Pay: $18- $22 an hour- Full-time
Mowing Technician Responsibilities
Working under the direct supervision of the Crew Lead, this is a field-based position and functions as an integral component to the smooth and profitable execution of work in the field. While each project is different, the technician's responsibilities encompass the following:
- Assist Foreman on all aspects of pond maintenance services.
- Mowing/string trimming slopes and basins of ponds
- Selective removal of invasive plants around ponds
- Load and unload heavy equipment and planting materials from trucks.
- Collection of company owned equipment and tools at the end of the day.
- May be asked to help in other divisions such as inspection repair as needed.
Safe operation and maintenance of the following equipment:
- Mowers - Stand on, walk behind, Ventrac.
- Edgers, string trimmers and chain saws
- Backpack blowers and sprayers
- Hand tools such as shovels, picks, rakes and pruning tools.
What you need
- Background and experience in lake/pond maintenance, landscaping, commercial mowing, turf management, pesticide application
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis.
- Ability to walk on steep slopes for extended periods of time.
- Ability to bend and stoop on a continual basis.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns, and other environmental risks.
- Must practice safety with chemicals and equipment.
- Must have good communication skills and ability to motivate others.
- Must comply with Dragonfly's policies and procedures.
- Possesses core values compatible with those of Dragonfly Pond Works (Quality Focus, Take Ownership, Growth Oriented)
Why choose Dragonfly Pond Works?
Dragonfly Pond Works is a leading environmental service company specializing in stormwater management. Since 2006, Dragonfly has provided routine maintenance and repairs on stormwater devices, lakes, ponds, wetlands, and underground facilities. We are proud to have a very respectful work environment and expect all our employees to adhere to the same standard throughout the organization. As part of that, we offer a full benefits package including:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities:
- Crew Leader
- Operations Manager
We are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Salary : $18 - $22
