530-Grounds Maintenance - 5208-530 Gardener

Village Management Services • Laguna Woods, CA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, performs gardening work in the maintenance of assigned landscaped areas; operates ground maintenance equipment as a member of a large crew or working independently among resident manors; work may require contact with residents and answering routine questions; difficult or non-routine problems are referred to the Landscape Foreman; and performs related work as required.

Requirements

• Educational development which produces the ability to read, write and apply common sense understanding to carry out oral or written instructions.
• 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; and 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; and 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed