Grounds Maintenance Crew Member 2 – A. Arsenault & Sons Inc – Spencer, MA

Job title: Grounds Maintenance Crew Member 2
Company: A. Arsenault & Sons Inc
Job description: Description:

Reports to: • Crew Leader • Account Manager • Divisional Manager

Pay: $17-$19

Status: Full Time

Summary:

The Grounds Maintenance crew member is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks (generally physical labor) in order to complete grounds maintenance service contracts. The grounds maintenance laborer will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.

Core Capabilities:

• Client and quality focus
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Team work
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Responsibility and dependability
• Ethics and integrity

Requirements:

Job Duties:

• Drive Truck and trailer
• Aid in the loading/unloading of trucks and trailers in the AM and PM
• Cut grass, trim edges, clean up refuse, blow trimmings, water turf areas and perform other lawn care duties as directed by foreman
• Move and install soil, mulch and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
• Operate power equipment including, but not limited to: zero turn, stand-on and push lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, and chain saws.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools, equipment, trucks and trailers, by conducting inspections, lubricating, fuelling, cleaning, and sharpening on a daily basis
• Assist Crew Leader in other work-related duties including construction projects, shop and yard maintenance, vehicle and equipment maintenance
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
• Comply with all company policies and regulations
• Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations
• Communicate with clients in a polite and courteous manner
• Installation of Holiday Décor (optional)

Requirements:

• One year experience in the landscape industry (preferred)
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Effective communication skills – must be able to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs, complete simple reports, report progress to foreman
• Time management skills
• Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
• Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Ability to operate data-enabled device for communication and reporting

Work Conditions:

• Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-moving environment
• Requires good manual dexterity
• Excellent stamina is required
• Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
• Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
• Work hours 8:00am – till job completion with possibility of over time and/or Saturday hours

Perks:

• Competitive salary
• Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Life/Disability insurance, Simple IRA Retirement, Sick Time, Vacation, Holiday Pay, (all previous listed benefits do have waiting periods) other benefits also include: Birthdays off, Discount on Weed Man program, discount Hanover Theater Tickets, Company Spring Cookout, Summer outing, referral hiring bonus, and much more throughout the year!!

Edited V2:3/14/2022

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Expected salary:
Location: Spencer, MA
Job date: Mon, 15 Aug 2022 05:55:49 GMT
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