Landscape Worker

POSITION SUMMARY: The Landscape Worker is responsible for performing a variety of landscaping projects involving maintenance of grounds and athletic fields for Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Depending on the areas of skill and assignment, employee may perform any of the following duties:

· Ability to layout and execute a landscape plan.

· Performs hardscape installations such as pavers, natural stone, veneer stone, retaining walls, etc.

· Plants trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass.

· Applies fertilizer as needed.

· Mows lawns, trims shrubs, hedges and trees.

· Hoes weeds and rakes debris.

· Operates riding lawn mower, edger, blower, chainsaws, sprayer, common truck and tractor, and other motorized equipment.

· Maintains equipment and vehicles in safe operating condition.

· Performs routine maintenance on all ground’s equipment.

· Checks operation of services, and assists in installation and repair of sprinkler systems.

· Transports equipment as required using trucks and trailers sufficient to complete task.

· Works cooperatively with tribal members, staff and guests.

· Supports the Yocha Dehe Core Values.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

· Requires a basic knowledge and understanding of the procedures, methods and techniques of grounds and landscape maintenance.

· Must understand the procedures used in the proper application of fertilizer, and pesticides.

· Knowledge of grading, drainage and lawn installation.

· General knowledge of plant materials utilized in the landscape field and what is appropriate to this climate zone.

· Requires a basic knowledge of routine operation and repair of sprinkler systems.

· General knowledge of proper pruning and tree trimming techniques.

· Must be able to operate and maintain grounds and landscape maintenance tools, equipment and vehicles.

· Must be able to calculate fertilizer and chemical application amounts and apply them in a safe manner.

· Requires the ability to perform heavy manual labor, occasionally in extreme weather conditions.

Education and Experience

High School or GED equivalent required. Must have at least one (1) year of experience in landscape maintenance.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Individuals must be able to successful pass the Tribal Gaming Agency (TGA) Background Check and possess a valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and manipulate (lift/carry) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds on a regular basis, over 50 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 75 pounds. Must have sufficient hand-eye coordination, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical and safety information. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. Ability to perform duties both outside and inside in varying conditions including extreme heat, extreme cold and wet and/or humid, etc. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must work with fertilizer and pesticide chemicals, and must be able to properly dilute, use and ensure safety to all that come in contact with chemicals.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The work environment includes regularly work near moving mechanical parts.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• How did you hear about this position?
• Successful clearance of a federal level background check is required for all positions within the Tribal Government.
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the U.S.?

Experience:

• Landscape Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Brooks, CA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23