Landscaper - Aug 1 to Oct 31

Summary of requirements:

A Landscaper is responsible for maintenance, repair and cleanup of the grounds and landscaping on the property at Shaker Village. This position requires considerable working knowledge of motorized equipment and hand/power tools to perform landscaping work activities. This position will work 40 hours per week Aug 1 - Oct 31

Specific Duties:

• Cleans and keeps in good working order, all equipment used in grounds maintenance such as instructed by Landscape Foreman.
• Plants and trims lawns, trees, bushes, hedges and shrubs using hand tools or motorized vehicles.
• Driving motorized vehicles inside Shaker Village property as well as on highways.
• Regularly mows lawns, weeds, removes debris from developed areas of property.
• Ensures lawns are manicured appropriately and in accordance with the standard set by the Landscape Foreman.
• Will be expected to perform any general or miscellaneous tasks associated with the grounds department and as directed by supervisor
  
  
  

Standards of Performance:

• Ability to understand and take direction.
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with co-workers.
• Accurate and timely completions of projects.
• Self-motivated, taking initiative and comfortable working with a deadline.
• Comfortable working with a team or working alone.
• Must be able to safely use hand tools and power equipment.
• Must be comfortable using appropriate personal protective equipment during all tasks.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms.
• Perform physical activities such as bending, stooping, climbing and walking.
• Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.
  
  
  

Working Environment and Conditions:

• Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Noise level is usually moderate.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma preferred.
• Experience working in landscaping or an adjacent field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Position requires use of a company vehicle while conducting Shaker Village business.