Landscaping Specialist

TITLE: Landscape Technician/Specialist

COMPANY: Metro Services Group

LOCATION: Columbia, MO.

This role involves travel throughout the Columbia region and other parts of Missouri. Some overnight travel may be required.

Metro Services Groups is a comprehensive improvement services company that has successfully completed a wide-range of projects for over 25 years. Our experienced team of in-house contractors work with commercial and residential customers to develop and implement long-term solutions tailored to their specific needs and budget and protect your investments for years to come. We consider our employees an investment, and every in-house contractor receives up-to-date training and often completes extra certifications in their area of expertise.

For more information, please visit WWW.METROSERVICESGROUPS.COM

This position is responsible for managing the grounds, horticulture and landscape of various multi-family communities. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* + Cares for established lawns and beds by mulching, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls. + Possesses general knowledge and experience in applying herbicide and pesticide chemicals to grounds, trees, bushes, and shrubs in order to control weeds and plant diseases. + Assist with gathering and removing litter from grounds. + Experience in operating appropriate hand and power tools including but not limited to shovels, rakes, saws, gas blowers, trimmers, and knowledge in shaping hedges to desired design. + Addresses questions or concerns with the clients if approached. Communicates customer’s questions immediately with the supervisor. + Cleans, maintains, and repairs tools and equipment as necessary. + Communicates and works in conjunction with Supervisor by completing and submitting job site reports on property and equipment. + Adheres to company’s employee manual & safety procedures...