Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $20.00 per hour
Join Our Team at Vanguard Landscaping!
Position : Experienced Lawn Care Technician
Pay : $20 / hour | Job Type : Full-Time | Location : Richmond, VA
Are you passionate about creating beautiful outdoor spaces? Do you have the skills and experience to deliver top-notch lawn care with integrity and excellence? If so, Vanguard Landscaping wants YOU on our team!
We are looking for a reliable and skilled Lawn Care Technician with at least 5 years of experience to join our growing company. This is a hands-on role where your expertise will shine in both residential and commercial properties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Performs all job-related tasks safely and efficiently and uses all tools and equipment in accordance with company safety policy.
- Safely operates and maintains hand and power tools to perform a wide range of landscape and irrigation duties, which may include weed eater, stick edger, backpack blower, push mower, wheel barrow, hand tools, walk behind mowers, ride on mowers, power shears, pruners, ladders, bed edger and walk behind aerator.
- Performs assigned landscape maintenance requirements inclusive of : pre-prep and laying of sod, mowing, edging, trimming, watering, fertilizing, detailing ornamental plant material, weed-eating, spraying or pulling weeds, clearing of hard surfaces, applying mulch.
- Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged leaves, branches, or twigs.
- Safely drive and maneuver a large truck with trailer to job sites.
- Maintain equipment, tools, and company vehicle in excellent condition.
- Provide excellent customer service with professionalism and respect.
- Work outdoors in various weather conditions while keeping safety a top priority.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :
Organized, hardworking, safety conscious, punctual, leads by example, self-motivated, honest, and customer service-driven.Effectively communicates with others, with the ability to read and / or comprehend written and verbal instructions / information. Bilingual in English / Spanish is a plus.Accountable; demonstrates dependability in attendance and timeliness, and carefully follows directions and instructions provided.Is solution-oriented with the ability to apply feedback to improve performance.Able to safely work alone and display quality and thoroughness in work product.Team-focused; exhibits objectivity and openness to others, mitigates conflict and keeps emotions under control.Maintains a positive, responsive and flexible attitude.Able to follow plans as shown on a map of property.Maintains attention and concentration during dangerous tasks and while using equipment for extended periods of time.Ability to interact professionally with all customers, team members, and those from external organizations.Additional Requirements :
5+ years of lawn care or landscaping experience (required)Valid drivers license with a clean driving recordAbility to operate a large truck with attached trailerMust be willing to undergo a drug screening, background and / or MVR check.Strong knowledge of turf management and seasonal treatmentsDependable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or in a teamPhysically able to lift up to 60 lbs and perform outdoor labor dailyBenefits :
Competitive Pay : $20 / hourSteady, year-round workFamily-oriented, positive work environmentOpportunities for growth and advancementRecognition for your hard work and dedicationAbout Us :
At Vanguard Landscaping, we do more than cut grasswe build trust and lasting beauty. Our mission is simple : to deliver exceptional landscaping services with integrity, dependability, and a passion for excellence. We take pride in treating our employees like family and our customers like neighbors.
If youre looking for more than just a joband want a career where your skills make a differencecome grow with us!