530-Grounds Maintenance - 5208-530 Gardener

Village Management Services Inc•Laguna Woods, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Gardener performs gardening work in the maintenance of assigned landscaped areas. This role involves operating ground maintenance equipment as part of a large crew or independently among resident manors. The work may include contact with residents and answering routine questions, with difficult or non-routine problems referred to the Landscape Foreman. The Gardener is also responsible for related tasks as required.

Requirements

Educational development which produces the ability to read, write and apply common sense understanding to carry out oral or written instructions
Experience in ground maintenance work or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job
Knowledge of the work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned equipment and operations
Knowledge of tree planting and maintenance practices and procedures as related to grounds and parkway systems
Ability to perform manual work requiring physical strength and stamina appropriate to the area of assignment
Ability to read and write work-related job instructions in English
Ability to communicate effectively with others in English
Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment appropriate to the nature of assignment
Possession of a valid California driver's license

Responsibilities

Plants, cultivates, fertilizes, waters and trims ornamental plants, shrubs and hedges
Trims trees and shrubs from the ground and on ladders
Installs sod, waters, fertilizes and trims lawns
Operates riding mowers, gas trimmers, vacuums, sod cutters, hand-held spray equipment and other ground maintenance equipment
Occasionally applies pesticides as required for routine garden maintenance
Assists in a variety of ground maintenance laboring tasks as directed
Drives a truck to transport equipment and supplies to various areas in the Community
Regular attendance required
All duties performed on-site for the Community
Works effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner
Listens to and objectively considers ideas and suggestions from others
Keeps commitments
Keeps others informed of work progress, timetables and issues
Addresses problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions
Addresses others by name, title or other respectful identifier
Respects the diversity of our workforce in actions, words and deeds
Maintains hoses, tools, supplies and equipment in proper condition
Maintains job site and/or work area in a safe and orderly manner