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Description

Primary responsibilities include: Collects and discards litter or other waste materials. Operates a variety of maintenance equipment such as shovels, rakes, or saws to complete assignments. Operates power equipment and other vehicles such as tractors, mowers, chainsaws, electric clippers, or other similar machines. Ensures proper hydration of lawns, trees, and plants using sprinkler systems, hoses, watering cans, or irrigation systems. Trims trees and vegetation and maintains flower beds. Maintains sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, burial sites, or other features; performs general cleaning and snow removal. Plans and cultivates lawns, turf, or gardens and, based on landscaping designs, determines further work that should occur. Delivers and spreads topsoil and/or straw over newly seeded areas. Prepares chemicals as needed for application by mixing according to directions. Applies fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs or trees by spraying or spreading. Where artificial turf is used, periodically replaces cushion pads; vacuums and disinfects turf after use. Performs regular and seasonal maintenance on irrigation systems including any necessary winterizing procedures. Installs and maintains specialty features such as rock gardens, retaining walls, decks, or playground equipment. Educates and consults with clients regarding plant selection, care, and costs of additional services and maintenance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS Ability to operate tools and machinery. Basic understanding of groundskeeping and landscaping practices and procedures. Attention to detail. Problem-solving skills. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Prolonged periods walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, or kneeling. Must be physically able to operate power equipment. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.