Groundskeeper

We are now accepting resume/applications for EXPERIENCED Groundskeeper for the Thibodaux, LA area. Duties/Responsibilities may/may not be limited to the following:

• Job Scope:
  • Under the direction of supervisor completes a variety of tasks to achieve a functional and pleasant outdoor area. They may also care for indoor gardens and plants in public and commercial facilities such as botanical gardens, malls and hotels.
• Job Requirements:
  • MUST have experience with pressure washing machine and equipment
  • MUST have prior experience with zero turn lawnmower
  • Must be able to pass drug screen
• Required Skills:
  • Must be able to operate maintenance equipment including lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers.
  • High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
  • Great customer service skills
  • Ability to work with others
  • Self-motivation
  • Visualization
  • Creativity
• Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Cleaning and preparing a job site
  • Apply pesticides to remove harmful insects such as mosquitos, wasps, and ticks.
  • Works in collaboration with architects and garden designers to ensure clients’ expectations are met
  • Pressure Washing
  • Conduct general maintenance duties such as cleaning walkways, fixing fountains, and other duties.
    • Mowing, edging, and fertilizing lawns
    • Weeding and mulching landscape beds
    • Trimming small trees, hedges and shrubs
    • Removing unwanted, dead or damaged trees
    • Maintains the landscape design and structures in it
  • Planting shrubs, flowers and trees
  • Repairing fences and walkways
  • Raking leaves
  • Ensures the growth of flowers and other ornamental plants through the use of fertilizer and plant friendly chemicals
    • Maintains already existing irrigation systems, ensures that the flowers and plants are watered adequately
    • Monitoring and maintaining plant health
    • Watering gardens, lawns and landscapes
  • Maintain equipment in safe and good working condition.
  • Running Errands
  • Execute daily work instructions received from Supervisor in a timely manner
  • Work effectively to meet or exceed productivity goals while maintaining high quality standards
  • Maintain the work area clean, safe and organized.
  • Lift and carry merchandises/material as needed.
  • Assist in waste disposal and recycling activities
  • Inspect merchandise upon delivery to identify any damages.
  • Mange house keeping activities when requested.
  • Cleanup work area and equipment after work is completed.
  • Practice safety procedures in accordance with training and guidelines when working.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 LBS
  • Good stamina & physical health
  • Ability to work outdoors in harsh weather conditions (heat, cold, dusty, dirty and/or wet conditions)
  • Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat, or kneel regularly, as well as climb stairs and ladders to complete tasks
• Documents Required:
  • Driver's License/Identification
  • Social Security Card/Birth Certificate
• MUST be able to provide PPE (Hard hat, steel toes, safety glasses, & gloves)
• MUST have reliable transportation.
• Pay:
  • $16.00/Hr
  • Weekly Pay
  • Pay Schedule: Monday - Sunday
• Schedule:
  • Monday - Friday (weekends as needed)
    • 7:00am - Until Completion
    • Must be flexible
• Duration of Job: Temp to Hire

Tasks beyond those listed above will be asked of you, so a positive, can-do attitude is required.

Qualified candidates can submit a resume, apply on http://ejob.bz/ATS/jb.do?reqGK=27089666&portalGK=14432,