What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Maintenance position at Heckerson Landscape Contracting?
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Landscape Technician to join our team. As a Landscape Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing outdoor spaces, including gardens, lawns, and hardscapes. This is a hands-on position that requires knowledge of groundskeeping, and general landscaping techniques.
Responsibilities:
- Perform tree trimming and pruning to maintain the health and appearance of trees
- Operate and maintain various landscaping equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers
- Mow lawns and perform regular maintenance tasks to ensure a neat and tidy appearance
- Opportunity to build hardscape features, such as pathways, patios, and retaining walls
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas and ensure proper disposal of yard waste
- Drive truck and trailer
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in landscaping or groundskeeping required
- Mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on landscaping equipment
- Ability to operate mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other landscaping tools effectively
- Strong attention to detail to ensure precise trimming, planting, and maintenance tasks
- Physical stamina to work outdoors in various weather conditions and lift heavy objects as needed
- Excellent time management skills to complete tasks efficiently within designated timelines
- Manager/lead position experience
- Comfortable with driving a truck and trailer
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
If you are passionate about creating beautiful outdoor spaces and have the necessary skills for this role, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive pay rates and opportunities for career growth within our company.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Chico, CA (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $26