Landscaper I

LANDSCAPE LABORER I

From cascading mountains to crystal lakes, warm summer days and cool winter nights, the beautiful scenery welcomes you to the Carolinas. The Cliffs is comprised of seven luxury communities. Each has their own personality, but is equal in beauty, prestige, and opportunity. The only thing better than the views are the people. Our leaders are focused on the growth and development and growth of our employees, our members are gracious and kind, and our co-workers make coming to work something to look forward to. Once you visit you will understand why employees love being a part of The Cliffs family! 

Level I Landscaper will take on basic manual tasks that assist with the clearing of land and general landscaping operations. This is an entry-level position, requiring 1 to 2 years of experience.

JOB DUTIES:

• Move soil, equipment, and materials.
• Dig holes for plants and trees using pick and shovel.
• Mix fertilizer or lime with dirt in bottom of holes to enrich soil.
• Place plants or trees in hole and add dirt to fill holes.
• Attach wires from planted trees to stakes to support trees. 
• Haul or spread topsoil using wheelbarrow and rake. 
• Assist with the installation of irrigation systems.
• Water lawns, trees, and plants, using portable sprinkler system, hose, or watering can. 
• Spread straw over seeded soil to prevent movement of seed and soil. 
• Build forms for concrete borders, using lumber, hammer, and nails. 
• Mix and pour cement for garden borders. 
• Place decorative stones and plant flowers in garden areas. 
• Mows lawns, using power mower.
• May assist with under brushing home sites by using hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pitchforks, shears, clippers, etc.
• Operate small-motorized equipment such as weed eaters with supervision in a manner that always adheres to O.S.H.A. guidelines.
• Assist with seeding, fertilizing and placing straw on newly developed land.
• Assist with erosion control.
• Take proper care of equipment and materials according to company standards.
• Follow rules, procedures, and regulations outlined in the company handbook.
• Follow directions given by crew leader and Managers.

BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

• 1 to 2 years of landscaping experience

• Able to recognize dangerous situations and avoid them when possible

• Ability to understand instructions in English
• Understand plants, trees, and grasses used in landscaping
• Understand the natural landscape.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand and continuously “move” throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds from floor to heights to above shoulder height.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and climb.
• Must be able to bend and lift loads, not to exceed 75 pounds, unassisted.
• Must be able to push and pull up to 100 pounds, unassisted.
• Must have good mental and physical dexterity. 
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions including extreme heat.

• Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standards, as applied to chemicals and compounds 

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to walk, stand, and sit. The associate is occasionally required to climb and use balance. Additionally, the associate will frequently be asked to use hands and arms to reach, carry and lift items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may experience temperature and weather fluctuations, and moderate to high noise levels.
• The ability to work under varying and extreme weather conditions
• Ability to walk 3-5 miles a day