Landscape Technician

Description : About Us : For 27 years, Southern Landscape Group has been Central Virginia's premier landscape design / build and maintenance firm. With a focus on high-end residential and commercial properties, we deliver unparalleled experiences and service to our clients daily. At Southern, it all starts with our team We realize that we are only as good as the people we have representing our brand; therefore, our emphasis is on finding, retaining, and training the highest quality people Our mission is to support and grow our teams so we can make our clients' lives better. Our modern fleet of equipment & trucks, modern facility & technology, and focus on safety make working here a mutually beneficial experience. Culture focused on trust, growth, and professionalism in a team environment Team members treated with respect and outfitted for success Higher than average industry pay Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance, and 401 (k) w / company match Paid time off Quarterly Bonus opportunities BASIC OVERVIEW The Landscaping Technician is an experienced landscaping team member working under the supervision of a Team Leader. The position assists Team Leader by way of providing experienced help to the job and has the capability to perform most landscape related tasks at a basic to advanced level. The Landscape Technician is able to operate a variety of equipment and has a working knowledge of horticultural practices. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Reads landscaping blueprints, reviews plan with team leader, and implements the landscaping construction plan. Operates a variety of equipment including, but not limited to : back hoes, track loaders, excavators, trenchers, tillers, straw blower, chain saws, electric saws and other miscellaneous small hand tools. Operates automatic and stick-shift vehicles as well as commercial trucks and truck and trailer combinations. Provides skilled expertise on most basic level landscape functions such as planting, mulching, seeding, water features, drains, piping, conduits, Assists team leader with the production in planning and organizing the job, ensuring that sufficient resources and materials are available. Assists the team leader, when asked, by interacting with clients by way of introductions at the beginning of a job, answering questions, responding to client requests, making reasonable changes to the plan, and providing a walk-through at the job's completion. Assists the team leader in completing the necessary paperwork including timesheets, work orders, change orders, material requisitions, and client service tickets Maintains a clean, safe and efficient work-site and ensures equipment is properly maintained. Assists with snow removal operations in the winter months. Maintains assigned equipment and notifies Team Leader of needed repairs Works as a team member as needed throughout Southern Landscape Group. Job Type : Full-time Pay : From $16.80 per hour Expected hours : 40 – 50 per week Benefits : 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule : 10 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Requirements : KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE A high school degree or GED is required as well as one-year experience in a similar field Candidate must be able to read and write legibly The individual will have a basic knowledge of horticultural practices including planting, pruning and fertilization. Good oral and written communication skills, job planning skills and mechanical aptitude a must. Virginia Driver's License with a record that is insurable by company's agent. A minimum of 90 days experience in horticulture and / or landscaping CERTIFICATIONS This position requires that the individual be actively working on the following certifications 1. First / Aid and CPR 2. Commercial Driver's License (Learner's Permit) – Class A 3. VDACS pesticide applicator WORKING CONDITIONS The majority of the time (greater than 80%) will be spent in an outdoor environment, with limited ability to control noise, airborne contaminants and temperature. Be able to regularly lift 80 pounds. The employee is expected to work the assigned hours at Southern Landscape Group from Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed. The work hours required of this position may be long when extended schedules are necessary. This is an hourly wage position with a normally expected work week of 40-50 hours, but the person in this position is expected to work those hours needed to successfully satisfy the responsibilities and duties of the position. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS The employee will work closely with members of the team, team leaders, group leaders, and clients. Southern Landscape Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity), religion, age, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, disability, citizenship status, military status, genetic information, or any other protected classes under state, local, or county regulations. Southern Landscape Group Inc. does not guarantee that the applied to position will be available at the time application is submitted. The submission of a resume or information expressing interest in working at Southern Landscape Group Inc. does not obligate the company in any way, nor does it guarantee employment. If any false statements or omissions of information submitted from this site are made, it may lead to denial of employment or termination, if you are hired. Experience : Landscape maintenance : 1 year (Required) License / Certification : Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute : Evington, VA 24550 (Required) Ability to Relocate : Evington, VA 24550 : Relocate before starting work (Required) PI1dea8710af1e-25448-37076509

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