Landscape Production Worker

Atwork • Issaquah, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

AtWork! Landscape crews work independently with guidance from the Crew Supervisor and Director of Operations to meet or exceed customer expectations. The Landscaping Laborer performs a variety of landscaping maintenance work, such as raking, mowing, edging, pruning, and weeding, on commercial contracts.

Requirements

• Gas Mower – ability to operate safely and mow in straight line without gaps.
• Line Trimmer - ability to operate safely and trim grass evenly at variable speeds. Know when to feed more line.
• Back Pack Blower - operate safely while using variable speeds to gather leaves and blow hard surfaces cleanly.
• Rake - ability to rake debris/leaves into a pile; load onto tarp/garbage bin; continual for 10 min, no stoppage.
• Hula (stirrup) Hoe – operate with enough pressure to cut the roots of weeds; continual for 10 min, no stoppage.
• Litter Grabber - ability to pick up litter in a specified area without missing pieces of garbage.
• Demonstrated ability to complete job tasks.
• Reliable attendance.
• Dependability – be responsible, fulfill obligations and maintain work schedule.
• Multi-Limb coordination and Arm-Hand steadiness.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently with little supervision.
• Display a good-natured, cooperative attitude to achieve team goals.
• Ability to understand instructions.
• Listening – can give full attention to what others are saying, asking questions as appropriate.
• Able to convey information effectively.
• Ability to record time and attendance.
• Ability to pass a DSHS Background Check in alignment with AtWork!’s policies.
• Ability to maneuver and load commercial landscaping equipment onto trailers and trucks.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral and depth perception.
• Ability to hear instructions and follow directions.
• Physical stamina is required.
• The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, and may also be exposed to high places, fumes, airborne particles, and/or chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally high.
• Protective equipment is provided, and employees are required to wear it in certain conditions and when operating certain types of equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience in landscaping industry
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Perform various landscaping maintenance duties on customer contracts as specified (i.e. mowing, weeding, edging, raking, clearing debris, etc.).
• Demonstrate proper use of landscaping equipment, materials and supplies.
• Coordinate workflow with guidance from the Crew Supervisor to ensure completion of contract requirements and deadlines.
• Observe all safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
• Ensure completed work meets specified quality standards.
• Report material, tool, and equipment repair needs as well as any malfunctions and shortages to the Crew Supervisor.
• Model appropriate standards of conduct and act ethically.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED