Find & Apply For Landscaping / Groundskeeping Worker Jobs in Manhasset, New York

Position Summary The Land Management Worker reports to the Foreman and is responsible for maintaining the grounds of a 400+ acre property using hand or power tool equipment. Essential Job Responsibilities

• Mows and edges lawns, using power mowers and edgers
• Lays sod, sows grass, or plants flowers and foliage
• Gathers and removes litter
• Removes, prunes and trims trees, shrubs and hedges using shears, pruners or chain saws
• Rakes, mulches, and composts leaves using hand tools
• Trims and cleans flower beds
• Waters lawns, trees and plants, using portable sprinkler systems, hoses or watering cans
• Maintains and repairs tools, and equipment
• Provides proper upkeep of sidewalks, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features
• Snow removal using shovels, snow blowers or snow plow from walks and parking lots and spreading salt in those areas
• Operates powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws
• Assists office staff and Main House staff with projects such as cleaning office and archives file storage areas, moving furniture, driving and maintenance
• Performs special projects or related duties as required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
• Skilled in digging, planting, transplanting, staking, and seasonal bed change-outs
• Ability to safely operate and maintain common landscape tools including lawn mowers, sheers, sharpeners, shovels, spades, clippers and pruning equipment.
• High attention to detail and presentation standards.
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and produce quality results on time.
• Must be able to work in a team environment Working Conditions
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and move materials such as soil, mulch, plants, containers, and tools.
• Work safely in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain) and around uneven terrain.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed and follow all safety procedures. Work Environment
• Office and outside environment, where the employee could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations.
• Could be exposed to extreme working conditions and loud noise levels and environments.
• Regular work in formal gardens, lawns, paths, and specialty areas (e.g., meadow, pond/walled garden) and periodic work in greenhouses and storage areas. Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 2-3 years of experience in a landscaping position
• Experience or ability to learn how to use horticulture tools and machinery
• Valid Driver's License and able to drive a small dump truck.

Expected hours:

40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off

Rate of Pay:

• $25-$30/hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person