Landscape Operator/Phoenix

Haydon Building Corp • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Landscape Operator position at Haydon involves operating a variety of heavy landscape equipment and performing semi-skilled and skilled gardening and turf maintenance duties. The role is essential for the development, maintenance, and repair of landscaped areas, ensuring that health and safety standards are met while providing quality landscape services.

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in the operation of heavy landscaping equipment and general landscape maintenance work.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment including backhoe, gang mower, trencher, skip loader, and bobcat.
• Ability to follow traffic laws, ordinances, and rules applicable to heavy equipment operation.
• Proficient in using hand tools, mechanical equipment, and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work effectively in the absence of supervision and follow both verbal and written directions.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in training and supervising others in the safe operation of equipment.
• Knowledge of landscape design principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment including water truck, backhoe, gang mower, bobcat, trencher, skip loader, and crane truck for landscape maintenance and repair operations.
• Learn and follow safety regulations to avoid potential hazards.
• Locate underground services such as pipes or wires before beginning work.
• Monitor operations to ensure health and safety standards are met.
• Direct the work of employees operating equipment on a training basis as needed.
• Identify equipment needs for each assigned project.
• Assist in the maintenance of large turf areas including mowing, thatching, and installing new turf areas.
• Perform watering of non-irrigated landscaped areas.
• Respond to inquiries from the public regarding landscaping services.
• Perform general landscape duties including watering, weeding, pruning, and fertilizing shrubs, trees, and flower beds.
• Assist in the maintenance and installation of irrigation systems, including setting clocks and performing repairs.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on mowing equipment and hand and power tools used in the work.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Critical Illness, Hospital, and Accident Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Infertility Treatment Coverage
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Teamwork and Camaraderie
• Retirement Planning Options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: No Education Listed