What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Technician position at Finished Touch Landscapes?
We are looking for a couple of experienced and diligent Landscape Technicians to join our lawn care team. You must be comfortable operating lawn maintenance equipment, such as zero-turn lawnmowers, trimmers, and blowers, and understand how to water and prune decorative shrubs and plants. We pride ourselves in keeping our clients’ exterior safe and looking beautiful, so our team works in various types of weather conditions and performs maintenance duties to ensure employee safety.
Landscape Technician Duties and Responsibilities
- Mow grass and prune trees and shrubs
- Install mulch when required.
- Treat lawn and landscaping with pesticides to remove harmful insects
- Maintain the existing landscaping design and ensure plant survival
- Plant new flowers, bushes, plants, and decorative shrubs
- Remove fallen leaves and remove debris
- Properly store and handle all equipment, tools, sprinklers, etc.
- Oversee maintenance repairs to equipment, landscape structures, and hardscape walkways
Landscaper Requirements and Qualifications
- At least 16 years old
- Previous experience in landscaping or groundskeeping a plus
- Must know how to operate lawn maintenance equipment, such as zero-turn lawnmowers, string trimmers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers
- Able to stand, bend, and squat for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds
- Must have a valid driver's license or at least one that our insurance company will accept.
- Must be on time for everyday scheduled to work.
- Must have reliable transportation.