Landscaper

Amtraco • Waukesha, WI

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About The Position

We are searching for a talented and dedicated landscaper to join our team. You will perform a range of general lawn maintenance duties including applying fertilizers, maintaining the landscape design, removing weeds and dead plants and supervising repairs.
As the landscaper, you will ensure the growth and vibrancy of our plants, flowers, lawn and garden structures. The ideal candidate will be creative, with excellent problem solving and organizational skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years landscape or grounds related work
• Must be ab le to operate maintenance equipment including lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers.
• Knowledge of pest management and basic lawn maintenance preferred.
• Attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by Company. May be required to acquire and maintain a specific applicators license.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of tools, equipment, techniques, skills, materials, and methods of landscaping and maintenance of lawns and formal plantings.
• Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Ability to operate riding and push mower, power tiller, power edger, weed whip, blower, sprayer, tractor, skid steer loader, dump-bed truck, and basic hand tools.
• Ability to work in safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Apply pesticides to remove harmful insects such as mosquitos, wasps, and ticks.
• Conduct general maintenance duties such as cleaning walkways, fixing fountains, and other duties.
• Apply fertilizer to help enhance growth
• Trim overgrown limbs, hedges, leaves, and take out weeds and dead plants
• Plant new decorative bushes, flowers, plants and shrubs.
• Supervise maintenance repairs to equipment, landscape structures, outdoor furniture, and walkways.
• Uphold the landscaping design and ensure plant growth
• Coordinate with garden designers and landscape architects to ensure the garden meets the client’s expectations.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacations, Holidays & Personal Days
• 401(k) with Company match

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED