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Landscape Maintenance Worker
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What they do
A Landscaping or Groundskeeping Worker provides landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Provides care for plants and trees including mowing, trimming and planting, and repairs driveways, walks, benches or other structures.
$43,477 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
A 19-acre private estate in Solvang, CA is seeking 2-3 full-time, Landscape Maintenance Workers. This is a full-time 40 hours per week position with a set 5-day schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Periodic overtime and weekend hours depending on house schedule. We are looking to hire by the end of August. Manage lawn and bed irrigation and automated watering systems, experience with irrigation preferred but not required Plant and maintain ornamental trees, shrubs, flowers, and lawns and apply fertilizers, pesticides, and other treatments for a large private estate Mow, weed, trim, cut, water, rake, power wash and maintain all outdoor areas Safely and effectively operate power equipment including, power mowers, edgers, string trimmers, chainsaws, and roto-tillers Assist with minor pest management Clean awnings, umbrellas, and outdoor furniture Responsible for maintaining and cleaning all outdoor areas Be a part of a landscape crew, reporting to the
Facilities Manager Qualifications:
Previous related landscape and gardening work experience required Transportation to work and the ability to be on time Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred US Work Authorization required Push, pull, lift, and move items up to 150 lbs., including outdoor furniture Operate landscaping hand tools, motorized equipment, and power tools Work outdoors, in all weather conditions, standing, walking, crawling or stooping depending on the task
Pay Range:
$25.00 - $27.00 an hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. Benefits /
Additional Information:
This role will require you to be authorized to work in the United States Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer background and reference checks, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law Includes a great benefits package including Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k with match eligibility The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): The property is a 19 acre home with varying landscapes with a vineyard, fruit trees, manicured lawns and kitchen garden. Are any of these your expertise? Do you have experience in irrigation? If so, please explain
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs