Landscape Maintenance Crew Member

Outside is currently looking for a Garden Services Crew Member to join our remarkable team. Our Garden Services Laborers work directly with the crew Foreman & Garden Services Managers to provide weekly maintenance services to our portfolio of clients.

Summary:

The garden services crew member is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks in order to complete grounds maintenance service contracts. The laborer will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.

Core Capabilities:

• Customer and quality focus
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Team work
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Responsibility and dependability
• Ethics and integrity

Job Duties:

• Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
• Cut grass, trim edges, clean up refuse, blow trimmings, fertilize and water turf areas, and perform other lawn care duties as directed by foreman
• Move and install soil, mulch, and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
• Spray and dust areas to control insects and or weeds
• Operate power equipment including, but not limited to, lawn tractors, lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, chainsaws, and snow blowers
• Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Assist foreman in other work-related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle, and equipment maintenance
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
• Comply with all company policies and regulations
• Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations
• Communicate with customers in a polite and courteous manner

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Minimum one year experience in the landscape/construction industry
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Effective communication skills – must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete simple reports, report progress to foreman
• Time management skills
• Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools, and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
• Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks
• Preference will be given to candidates with a valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Work Conditions:

• Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Requires good manual dexterity
• Excellent stamina is required
• Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
• Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise,and cold

$18 - $21 hourly

• Complete lawn care, groundskeeping, and lawn maintenance tasks including mowing, edging, weeding, raking, fertilizing, mulching, and pruning

• Driver’s license or reliable transportation to and from the work site
• Familiarity with hand tools and maintenance equipment including blowers, chain saws, edgers, rakes, clippers, hedge trimmers, and lawnmowers
• At least 2 years of experience as a crew member landscaping for residential or commercial properties
• Possesses a strong work ethic and have high attention to detail

• Spanish preferred

Outside is a trusted partner and resource for discerning clients and home design professionals. Our team is a collaboration of talented experts, each bringing their specialized experience to the table for our partners and clients. We approach each project with professionalism, transparency, and a considered understanding of the beauty and challenges unique to the Texas climate. A mix of candor and know-how has helped Outside build lasting relationships within the Dallas design community for 20 years.