Landscape Lead

PRIDE Industries • Los Angeles, CA

13d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Landscape Lead oversees the installation and maintenance of landscaped areas, roads, and parking lots at assigned facilities. The role requires knowledge of landscaping practices, standards, supplies, and equipment, along with the ability to organize, schedule, and direct the work of employees with developmental disabilities. The Landscape Lead helps ensure grounds are maintained in a safe and pristine condition.

The position performs hands-on landscape maintenance, trains and directs employees, monitors project progress and work quality, provides instruction on safe equipment and chemical use, and maintains irrigation systems. Work is primarily performed at job sites using grounds maintenance tools and mechanical and electrical equipment. Employees may encounter uneven surfaces, toxic substances, electrical shock, equipment noise, and changing outdoor weather conditions. Travel to other worksites may be required for certain positions.

Requirements

• At least one year of landscaping experience.
• Ability to effectively train and direct employees to meet departmental goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance standards and techniques, materials, and safe, proper chemical use.
• Knowledge of departmental operations and procedures, and organizational policies.
• Knowledge of Cal OSHA and OSHA occupational safety regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respond to questions and requests from team members, customers, and others.
• Effective written communication skills using appropriate business English.
• Human relations skills to maintain effective working relationships with the team.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Intermediate computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Basic mathematical ability, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Demonstrated customer service, problem-solving, and commonsense skills.
• A valid driver's license may be required depending on local, state, and/or contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, trim hedges and shrubs, pull weeds, and maintain flower beds and grounds.
• Train employees, set up work, direct workflow, and monitor projects through completion.
• Instruct and train employees in the safe and proper use of equipment and chemicals, including fertilizer, weed killer, and pesticides.
• Oversee work and review it to ensure it is safe, timely, and consistent with established procedures, regulations, and guidelines.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure vegetation is properly irrigated.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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