Landscape Maintenance Worker

The Landscape Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of landscaping and groundskeeping tasks to ensure the exterior grounds are attractive, orderly and well-maintained. This role involves operating a variety of hand tools, powers tools, and light weight equipment. Work is typically performed outdoors in various weather conditions. Mowing and Edging: Regularly mow, trim and edge lawns using walk-behind push lawn mowers, leaf blowers and string trimmers. Plant Care: Pulling weeds, prune and trim shrubs, hedges and small trees to maintain plant health and aesthetic appeal. Beds and Gardens: Prepare flower beds, pulling weeds, install annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees. Apply mulch and decorative ground cover. Weed/Pest Control: Utilizing sprayers or spreaders, apply approved herbicides, pesticides, or other treatments as directed to control weeds, and ants/insects. Fertilization: Utilizing sprayers or spreaders, apply fertilizer to turf, plants, and soil according to schedule and instructions. Debris Removal: Collect and dispose of leaves, debris, and trash from lawns, flower beds, and walkways. Operation: Safely and skillfully operate various landscape equipment including power mowers, trimmers, blowers, and weed eaters. Maintenance: Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment, such as checking fluids, cleaning equipment, and reporting any necessary repairs to the Lead Driver. Clean-up: Perform seasonal duties such as spring clean-up, fall le