What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver position at Yard Nique Inc?
Yardnique Family of Companies: Here’s what you need to know about working here: At Yardnique, we’re a FAMILY. We are passionate about our teams and creating opportunities for our Team Members is a priority. We credit our culture to the success we’ve shared over the past 29 years, and today, we rank 23rd in the nation's Top 100 Landscape companies. If you’re looking for an engaging and rewarding environment with plenty of room for growth, join our family of landscape lovers.
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Schedule: Monday – Friday, starting at 7:00 AM (variable hours).
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Overtime/Weekends: Occasional weekend work and overtime as needed.
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Reports to: Crew Leader.
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Travel: Daily travel to and from job sites in company vehicles.
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Valid Driver’s License Required.
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Follow instructions for landscape installation activities to complete projects in alignment with Yard-Nique quality and customer service standards.
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Maintain safety and security for yourself, team members, and customers on all job sites.
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Prioritize tasks effectively and follow direction from supervisors.
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Apply planting and sodding knowledge to read landscape plans and properly install plants, trees, and sod using correct spacing and watering techniques.
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Use grading knowledge to operate track loaders and perform basic equipment maintenance.
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Assist with irrigation system evaluations and operation, as assigned.
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Operate landscape equipment safely, including skid-steers, compact track trenchers, and excavators (preferred).
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Communicate effectively with crew leaders, customers, and team members.
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Build positive relationships with customers, supervisors, and coworkers.
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1–2 years of landscaping or related experience required.
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Basic knowledge of irrigation, grading, planting, and sod techniques.
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Experience with landscape equipment (skid-steers, trenchers, excavators) preferred.
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Irrigation knowledge/experience preferred.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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Valid driver’s license required.
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Ability to follow safety procedures and supervisor instructions.
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Ability to work all assigned hours in a standard workweek.
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Reliable transportation to and from work.
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Capable of performing physically demanding tasks in outdoor conditions.
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Outdoor work in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, dirt, water, chemicals, and noise.
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Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, standing, squatting, and walking for extended periods.
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Reaching overhead and using hands for tools and materials.
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Lifting, pulling, and pushing equipment and materials.
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Regularly lift/move up to 50 lbs; occasionally up to 75 lbs.
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Competitive hourly pay
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Holiday Pay
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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Overtime opportunities
EEO Statement:
Yardnique, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all team members (employees) and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. Yardnique hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications and in accordance with applicable laws.