Landscaper

DEPARTMENT: Property

POSITION TITLE: Landscaper

STATUS: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

PAY RATE: $21.00/hour

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

POSITION SUMMARY

Landscapers are responsible for maintaining the landscape areas of the Crestmont Campus and the Officers' quarters. This position performs routine grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, and irrigation support to ensure all outdoor areas are safe, clean, and well-maintained.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

Three years of experience in the landscaping field.
Knowledge of the maintenance and repairs of irrigation systems.
Experience in tree trimming.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Strong attention to details.
Self-starter with a customer service mindset.
You must possess a valid driver's license.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintain landscaped areas including lawns, trees, shrubs, flower beds, and ground cover on a
regular schedule.
2. Remove debris, leaves, and litter to keep grounds clean and presentable.
3. Perform basic irrigation system checks, adjustments, and minor repairs.
4. Operate and maintain landscaping equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, etc.)
5. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

* Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
* Ability to grasp, push, pull objects and reach overhead.
* Ability to operate telephone.
* Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer.
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
* Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
* Ability to understand written information.

REPORTS TO: FACILITIES MANAGER