Landscape Field Technician
Winter Services is currently seeking a skilled and self-motivated Landscape Field Technician to join our team. This is a remote position requiring the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. The Landscape Field Technician will be responsible for carrying out a range of landscaping tasks and providing support to the Regional Landscape Manager as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure all daily tasks are completed on schedule and according to quality standards.
- Performing site checks and landscaping site reports as well as punch lists.
- Perform Landscape duties, including but not limited to new plant/bush/tree installations, removing dead or damaged bushes and trees, spraying and/or hand pulling of weeds, bush/hedge trimming/shaping, site visits, site reports and photographs, site measuring, creation of proposals, mulch/rock installation, mowing, edging, trimming, blowing, and litter removal.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including job sites and equipment. Immediately report any damaged, broken, missing, or malfunctioning equipment and/or any safety concerns to the Regional Landscape Manager
- Maintain and monitor the vehicle and equipment fluid levels and ensure that the vehicle is in proper working condition prior to use. Clean the vehicle as needed, perform daily safety inspections.
- Brief the Regional Landscape Manager and offer recommendations related to site status.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of 90-days experience in the horticulture or landscape field duties
- Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of materials, tools, equipment, and procedures used in the landscaping implementation processes
- Ability and willingness to work overtime hours when needed
- Proficiency with the following equipment: mowers, string trimmers, bed edgers, rototillers, gas-powered sheers, plant augers, chainsaws, backpack blowers, and small, medium- and large-duty trucks with manual or automatic transmissions and truck and trailer combinations.
- An eye for detail related to landscaping
- Self-directed initiative and sense of pride in work
- Valid Drivers License
- Prior supervisory experience, preferably in a service-oriented environment that involved route and outdoor work preferred
- Medical, dental and vision insurance benefits
- Company-sponsored Group Term Life & Short-Term Disability insurance
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays