Landscape Gardener

Under little or no supervision of the Landscape maintenance supervisor, maintain the common areas and clubhouse free of weeds, trash, pine cones, bushes and plants. Will trim anything that does not belong to the original landscape design.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - Maintain all common areas free of weeds, trash, pinecones, metal, anything that does not belong to the original landscape design. Identify and diagnose any safety issues we may have to prevent any injury and take appropriate action to resolve the problem. Assist a co-worker when it is necessary. Maintain all the power tools and hand tools in excellent condition. Hand water flowering pots at the clubhouse. Operate power equipment and hand tools safely. Follow the landscape maintenance instructions. Report any problems and safety issues to the Landscape Manager. Make sure the designed area to work is safe, placing safety cones. Perform any other projects that may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS - Work is primarily outside with exposure to extreme heat and extreme cold. Employees will be working in the vicinity of site-specific vegetation and native species of reptiles and mammals. Knowledge and use of the proper maintenance attire requirements for protection from local environmental hazards should be demonstrated. Employees’ work conditions include the potential for a light to moderate exposure to hazardous chemicals, effluent water, fertilizers, and dusty air quality.

EQUIPMENT USE - Two-way radios, golf carts, tractors, skid steer, pick-up truck, and all tools and equipment related to landscape maintenance.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND WORK EXPERIENCE - Demonstrate the ability to perform all the duties associated with landscaping maintenance.

OTHER SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS - Knowledge of safe and efficient operations of all equipment for landscape maintenance. Basic knowledge of landscape maintenance, agronomy, soil and turf grass science. Ability to...