What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer/ Mower and Landscape Technician position at Outdoor Independence LLC?
Are you skilled, dedicated, and passionate about landscaping? Do you thrive in outdoor environments and enjoy enhancing the beauty and functionality of outdoor spaces? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for talented individuals to join our team as Mower and Landscape Technicians, ranging from entry level to lead positions. This role involves executing various landscaping and lawn maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, edging, and general landscape maintenance. You will also lead a team, ensuring the highest standards of outdoor maintenance and gardening. This position is ideal for someone seeking a lawn care, landscaping, or team leadership role in our company.
Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive starting pay ranging from $18-$23.50 per hour based on position and experience.
- Monday-Friday work schedule with occasional Saturdays due to weather conditions.
- Paid time off (PTO) after 1 year.
Team Member Responsibilities:
- Reads all job notes and adds notes when needed
- Notices and communicates changes at properties
- Takes initiative: starting next steps without having to be told, asks
- next level questions, sees potential services we could offer
- Takes initiative to help get ready for next day
- Reports all truck, trailer, and equipment issues to maintenance
- Ensures all gas tanks are filled at the end of shift
- Notices changes at properties on multi day jobs
- Can operate bigger machinery and tools efficiently
Leadership Responsibilities (For Both Roles):
- Foster an environment where our core values flourish.
- Communicate with customers regarding job scheduling, upselling, problem-solving, and addressing mistakes.
- Assist the Operations Manager with staffing, routing, and identifying inefficiencies.
- Manage time spent on job sites and communicate any overages to the Operations Manager.
- Close out jobs, handle invoicing, and collect payments.
- Provide in-field training for new hires and mentor team members.
- Ensure equipment is maintained and in good working condition.
- Help with scheduling and ordering materials.
- Lead a team in daily operations, ensuring efficient completion of tasks.
- Assist in training and mentoring new team members.
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in landscaping, gardening, or groundskeeping preferred.
- Strong knowledge of lawn care, plant care, irrigation systems, soil management, and turf maintenance.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with team members and clients.
- Proficiency in scheduling and ordering materials.
- Ability to perform physical labor and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Location: Appleton/Neenah, WI, US
If you are passionate about landscaping and enjoy working outdoors, we encourage you to apply for our Mower and Landscape Technician position. Join our team and lead us in creating beautiful outdoor spaces for our clients!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.50 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $24