What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscaping Specialist - St. Joseph of the Pines position at Trinity Health Senior Communities?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
St. Joseph of the Pines is proud to serve the older adults of the North Carolina Sandhills with a broad range of lifestyle and health choices for seniors. We offer a full aging service network with life plan communities, health care and home- and community-based services for older adults, as well as community outreach to those in need, that is unrivaled in the beautiful Sandhills region of North Carolina.
St. Joseph of the Pines is currently seeking a full-time Landscaping Specialist to join our Plant Operations team. Reporting to the Director of Environmental Services, the Landscaping Specialist will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the St. Joseph of the Pines campus grounds.
Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
St. Joseph of the Pines is proud to serve the older adults of the North Carolina Sandhills with a broad range of lifestyle and health choices for seniors. We offer a full aging service network with life plan communities, health care and home- and community-based services for older adults, as well as community outreach to those in need, that is unrivaled in the beautiful Sandhills region of North Carolina.
St. Joseph of the Pines is currently seeking a full-time Landscaping Specialist to join our Plant Operations team. Reporting to the Director of Environmental Services, the Landscaping Specialist will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the St. Joseph of the Pines campus grounds.
Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Responsible for safe, efficient and quality completion of tasks.
- Must be able to schedule work crews, planning daily work activities and monitor the work being done.
- Able to operate landscape maintenance and construction equipment with the skill to perform the duties assigned.
- Able to work in and around various landscaping settings including direct contact with various landscaping materials and plants.
- Meeting with residents or management to develop and refine plans for the project which may include ornamental, ground cover and landscaping structures.
- Learn techniques and apply practices to complete projects related to landscape maintenance, landscape plant installations, hardscapes, and irrigation.
- Understand and practice safety in all work circumstances.
- Must be a team player and communicate effectively at all times.
- Follow and abide by all SJP safety rules and policies.
- Ability to complete production work in a timely fashion.
- Must be courteous and friendly if approached by property owners.
- Provide training for workers, especially on safety procedures when large equipment or hazardous materials are involved.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent from 2-year college or technical school; or 2 to 3 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
- Experience in fertilization, insect control, and turf/plant disease treatment.
- Pesticide Applicator License or attainment within 6 months of employment.
- Must be knowledgeable of turf, plants and flowers in the Sandhills region of North Carolina.
- Experience using a variety of mowers and other hand and power tools.
- Experience pruning shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth.
- Possess professionalism – assuring customer service, respect & satisfaction
- Must have strong sense for the safety of themselves and those around them.
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.