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.
Larson's Garden Center and Landscaping throughout the Farmington Valley Position Overview Larson's Garden Center and Landscaping is seeking a hardworking, reliable, and detail-oriented Landscape Crew Member to join our team. You will play a vital role in executing high-quality landscaping projects and maintaining beautiful outdoor environments for our residential and commercial clients. If you have a passion for plants, love working outdoors, and enjoy seeing a project come to life, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities Landscape Installation:
Assist in the installation of trees, shrubs, flowers, sod, and mulch according to project plans.
Grounds Maintenance:
Perform routine maintenance tasks including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, and raking to keep properties looking their best.
Equipment Operation:
Safely operate and maintain landscaping tools and machinery, such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, and other power equipment.
Plant Care:
Monitor plant health, including watering, fertilizing, and identifying/ removing damaged or diseased material.
Site Cleanup:
Ensure job sites are kept clean, orderly, and free of litter and debris throughout the workday.
Hardscape Assistance:
Support the team with basic hardscape projects, including patio/walkway/ retaining wall installation and drainage work as needed.
Safety & Compliance:
Adhere to all company safety protocols and maintain a clean, professional work environment.
Qualifications & Requirements Experience:
candidate - 6 months of experience in landscaping or a related field (willing to train the right persons)
Physical Stamina:
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor, including bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, and lifting at least [50] lbs repeatedly.
Weather Tolerance:
Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.).
Work Ethic:
Reliable, punctual, and capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Communication:
Ability to follow verbal instructions and maintain a positive, professional attitude with team members and clients.
Requirements:
Valid CT driver's license
PREFERRED
Why Join Larson's? competitive wage, $18-$20/hr benefits, e.g., employee discounts Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development A collaborative and supportive team environment Application Instructions To apply, please get on line at Larsonsgardencenter.com/employment/ and complete the job application. Larson's Garden Center and Landscaping is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay:
$18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Professional development assistance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
