What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscaper Gardener position at America West Landscape and Restoration LLC?
About us
America West Landscape and Restoration LLC is a small business currently in Bellevue, WA but soon moving to Seattle. We are agile and our goal is to provide livable wages to our team in a fun, relaxed, and physical work environment all while providing excellent and personal services for our clients. Wages start at $25/hr during training and jump to $28/hr two weeks to a month after hiring. More for crew leads
We are a growing company. Join us now as a foundational member of the team with the opportunity to help build on our positive work culture and become crew leads, arborists, stump grinders, or design specialists. See our web site for a better sense of who we are. www.awestlandscape.com.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
We are looking for a Landscape Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in landscape maintenance, such as mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, and fertilizing. Must have a good handle on plant ID. The successful candidate will also be knowledgeable in the use of various tools and equipment related to landscaping and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors and has a passion for creating beautiful landscapes.
Responsibilities:
- Planting, pruning, weeding, moving products, building stone features, trim trees, shrubs, and plants.
- Maintain lawns by mowing, aerating, and fertilizing.
- Install and maintain irrigation systems.
- Operate light machinery such as mowers and trimmers.
- Identify and treat plant diseases and pests.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
- Maintain records of work performed.
- Perform general landscape maintenance tasks.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- yes or no. Are you physically able to work an active job that may require heavy lifting, crouching, and being on your feet for extended amounts of time in any weather condition?
- Yes or no. Will you be able to reliably commute with your own transportation to different parts of King County?
- Yes or no. Are you willing and knowledgeable in gardening enough to work alone or lead a crew when needed?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Gardening/landscaping: 2 years (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25