Technician

Technician

Classification:  Full-time, Seasonal

Company:  River City Lawnscape, Inc.

Location:  400 5th St, Kasson, MN 55944

Reports To:  Operations Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

River City Lawnscape Inc., established in 1983, is an award winning landscape design/build and full service landscape management company in La Crosse, WI and Rochester, MN. The range of services we offer includes landscaping, irrigation, mowing, lawn fertilization, landscape maintenance, outdoor and holiday lighting, snow removal and retail sales. River City Lawnscape Inc. is dedicated to providing quality, year-round service for those who desire the best for their property and is committed to building trust with our customers and in the community. Our passion is to provide opportunities while leading the way.

POSITION SUMMARY

Our Technicians are an integral part of our Maintenance crews. The goal of our RCL crews is to create and maintain beautiful landscapes. Tasks will vary depending on the department. During the green season, a typical work week requires 40-55 hours, some Saturdays as needed, with the work day starting at 6:30 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. depending on the department. During the snow season, on-call hours will vary. Working conditions vary by the job site. Crews of 2-3 people work together to create some of the most beautiful properties in the area. This position is full time, seasonal.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS

• Follow all instructions given by the manager or crew foreman
• Prepare vehicles and equipment for the day’s work
• Operate equipment properly and safely
• Perform general equipment maintenance
• Work effectively with little supervision
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently, thoroughly, and per company productions rates
• Communicate effectively with customers and co-workers
• Demonstrate customer service and professionalism
• Duties, responsibilities and activities subject to change at any time with or without notice to accommodate seasonal and peak business demands
• Responsible for snow removal

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS

• Landscape Install - construction of patios, walls, water features, low voltage lighting; operating equipment, demolition, site and soil prep, grading, planting, sod
• Landscape Maintenance - pruning, weeding, annual planting and design to add color, top dressing mulch or rock, planting, repairing sod, seeding, edging plant beds and clearing and removing brush
• Mowing - mowing, trimming and blowing debris, using commercial mowers, trimmers and blowers
• Irrigation - service and installation of commercial and residential irrigation systems

EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience preferred but not required
• Posses a valid driver’s license and must be insurable on company’s insurance policy
• Safely operate small equipment
  

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lbs.
• Exposed to exterior elements (i.e. pollen, chemicals, cold, heat, rain, and snow, etc.)
• Time in the field is 100%
• Requires extended periods of activity; walking, standing, kneeling, bending and lifting

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Wages start at $19.98/hour; actual wage based on experience 
• Overtime pay at time and a half
• Opportunity for wage increase after 60 days
• Bonus and recognition programs
• Opportunities for advancement
• Benefits including health, dental, vision, life and accident insurance available after 60 days, Simple IRA after 1 year
• Company issued uniforms

EXPECTATIONS (Our Core Values)

• Be passionate
• Exceed expectations
• Find a way
• Be unselfish

River City Lawnscape, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits and training.                                                               Updated March  2024

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