Landscape Technician Jobs

By Pure Solutions, February 6 - weston ,

Pure Solutions has been providing clients with organic alternatives to pest control throughout Eastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod since 2005. We are currently seeking Field Specialists (Spray Technicians) to learn the life cycles, habitats, and behaviors of ticks, mosquitoes & deer, and to perform chemical-free property applications from March through November. Pure Solutions provides a professional and challenging workplace and a valuable set of life skills including: time management, team leadership and development, sales, and client management. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: ·       Apply National Organic Program Compliant products to residential and commercial properties according to schedule, safety procedures, and instructions. ·       Manage a daily schedule of driving to and servicing properties. ·       Meet and exceed client expectations on a daily basis. ·       Understand and discuss service offerings and product details with clients on their properties. ·       Complete production reports, new sales forms, customer invoice forms, daily vehicle inspection reports, and service cancel/reschedule notices as required daily. ·       Maintain vehicle and equipment through cleanliness, safety, and general maintenance. ·       Identify up-serve opportunities and present additional services to existing customers based on customer needs.   THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: ·       Exhibits professionalism and a commitment to customer service. ·       Is dependable and punctual when showing up for work ·       Good physical condition. ·       A valid driver's license with a good driving record. ·       Self-motivated and driven for excellence. ·       High School diploma, GED, or six months to one year related experience. ·       Pesticide Applicator License preferred, but is not required. ·       Experience Plowing Snow   REQUIREMENTS: ·       Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record ·       Must have reliable transportation to and from work ·       References (at least 3), required at time of interview ·       Ability to work independently and follow both written and verbal directions. ·       Excellent communication skills ·       No criminal record   WORK ENVIRONMENT: Pure Solutions provides a friendly and professional work environment. Our Field Specialists primarily work outdoors, when the weather is beautiful, across Metro West and the South Shore. Field Specialists will also have a home base at the Pure Solutions Office in Weston, equipped with coffee, snacks, and a fun atmosphere to take a break and spend time with the team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a young, fast growing company. Pure Solutions is privately owned and operated and feels more like a family than a company. We offer competitive compensation, sales training, sales commissions, uniforms, and new technology to make your job easier. Pure Solutions is a drug free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply to this position.   Salary: $18.00 to $20.00 /hour

By Whitman College, January 15 - Walla Walla, Washington

POSITION PURPOSE Perform advanced-level work in the maintenance and care of Whitman College landscapes. Make repairs to landscape associated systems and operate all landscape and grounds equipment as required. Possess advanced skills and certification in one or more specialties such as arborist, irrigation, fertilization, soil composition, and/or horticulture.   GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES   1)     Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, repair and adjust all irrigation systems including lines, heads, and irrigation valve adjustments. 2)     Prune all plant material following current industry standards. 3)     Apply weed, insect, and disease control using chemical, cultural, mechanical, or biological means with the appropriate measure. 4)     Mow, edge, aerate, renovate, weed, over-seed, fertilize, top dress, and maintain turf areas. 5)     Assist and guide college student workers to accomplish their tasks and duties 6)     Pick up trash, garbage and recycle material. 7)     Assist mechanic with the Whitman College Motor Pool duties when needed. 😎  Communicate effectively with all staff, faculty, community members and students. Seasonal fluctuation will periodically require the following duties:  1)     Prepare soil for seeding, sodding, planting and transplanting of plant materials. 2)     Rake leaves; pull, hoe, cut or remove weeds as directed. 3)     Remove debris, snow, ice, and leaves from steps, walks and ramps, and parking lots. 4)     Plant seeds, flowers, bulbs, shrubs, trees, and transplant as directed.  Be adaptive to perform other duties as assigned. Must possess the ability to safely perform the essential functions of the job described with or without reasonable accommodation.  Individuals must be able to explain and demonstrate that they possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the job.   1.  Must be able to comfortably lift and handle 50 pounds. 2.  Must be able to climb and work from ladders. 3.  Must be able to stand, squat, kneel, bend and work with hands extended above the head. 4.  Must be able to perform physical labor primarily outdoors in all types of weather. 5.  Ability to climb and work at considerable height under adverse conditions.

By Cleveland Metroparks, December 23, 2019 - Fairview Park, Ohio

The Golf Course Technician maintains and enhances Cleveland Metroparks golf courses, as assigned, by performing skilled and semi-skilled work on all aspects of the golf course. Performs semi-skilled work, and as capable and assigned, skilled work in golf grounds maintenance including; Cutting cups, raking bunkers, and mowing greens, tees, and fairways exercising a degree of independent judgement. Performs semi-skilled work, and as capable and assigned, skilled work in golf course irrigation, drainage, and turf maintenance practices. Demonstrates technical knowledge and proficiency in the handling and application of pesticides and fertilizers. Operates and maintains the following equipment: Green, tee, and fairways mowers, tank sprayers, greens roller, tractors, topdressers, spreaders, and other related turf equipment. Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.