Landscape Technician

Southern Landscape Group Inc•Evington, VA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Southern Landscape Group is seeking an experienced Landscape Team Technician to join their team. This role assists the Team Leader by providing experienced help and performing landscape-related tasks at a basic to advanced level. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of horticultural practices and be able to operate a variety of equipment.

Requirements

A high school degree or GED
Two years of documented experience in the green industry
Great verbal and written communication skills
Ability to use Apple technology for time tracking and job management
Great analytical problem solving and decision making ability
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate with clients and professionals
Ability to use Google translate efficiently to communicate with Spanish speaking workers
Ability to drive truck & trailer combinations
Valid Virginia driver’s license with insurable driving record
VDACS Registered Tech Certification
CPR/First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

Reviewing job notes for clear understanding of scope of work to be performed on daily basis
Read, measure, and interpret landscape plans
Mix and apply various pesticides using proper PPE and application techniques
Perform landscape services including installation and maintenance of landscape beds, pruning, plant health identification and treatment, irrigation installation and minor repairs, low-voltage lighting installation and repair, drainage installation, grading, watering, plant installation, spring clean-ups, stepping stone and step installation, edging installation, and utility identification.
Operate small and medium duty tools and equipment such as compact track loaders, pressure washer, hedge trimmers, backpack blowers, bed edgers, re-definers, rototiller, pole saw, string trimmer, ladder, backpack sprayer, dump trailer/bed, mulching trailer, wheel loader, zip level, tape measure, cordless & hammer drill, sawzall, circular saw, voltage meter, plumb bob, level, and gas/electric water pumps.
Identify enhancement ideas to improve client property and report to team leader
Learn and maintain a working knowledge of all properties and responsibilities
Perform snow removal
Perform any other tasks necessary
Assist team leader with training and coaching a team of two or more team members
Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient job site
Ensure truck/tools/equipment are properly maintained
Ensure daily tasks are completed on schedule and budget to quality standard
Return all tools to the shop at the end of a workday and tag any tools needing repairs
Maintain a neat and clean professional appearance
Work as a team member with a positive attitude
Know and support the company’s vision, mission, and core values