What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Maintenance Worker position at St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County?
The Landscaper will be a part of the Maintenance Department and is responsible for the overall upkeep of the landscape and the exterior image (curb appeal) of St. Vincent de Paul properties across Lane County.
As a federally funded organization, we require a pre-employment drug test; testing includes cannabis. Job offers are also contingent upon completion of a background check and a motor vehicle screening.
A valid drivers license is required
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintaining the lawns, driveways. parking lots, curbs, dumpster areas, interior and exterior flowerbeds, plants, and grass areas
- Trimming and edging around flowerbeds, walkways, and parking lots.
- Mow and edge lawns, using power mowers and edger's
- Prune and trim trees, shrubs, and hedges, using shears. pruners, or chain saws
- Operate powered equipment such as mowers. tractors, twin-axle vehicles, chainsaws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.
- Keep grounds free from leaves and debris.
- Pressure washing retaining walls driveways, sidewalks and buildings
- Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws. saws. hedger and brush trimmers , Keeping grounds free from leaves and debris
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Familiarity with sprinkler systems and other landscaping equipment and tractors preferred
- Proficient in using manual and power tools
- Provide great customer service
- Have a safety mindset
- A valid drivers license is required
HOW TO APPLY
If you feel you are qualified and want to apply for this position submit a St. Vincent De Paul application at http://apply.svdp.us/
All employees and prospective employees of St. Vincent de Paul will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other trait protected by applicable law. Promotions, transfers, training, compensation, benefits and all other employment considerations will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other trait protected by applicable law. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18