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Landscape Worker II (Island Operations)

Pulama Lanai
Full-time
On-site
Hawaii, United States
Description

Under limited supervision, performs general labor work, including but not limited to, grounds maintenance; pruning; planting; watering; applying fertilizers; and general care of plants for the purpose of maintaining the landscape using “best practices.” Operate equipment, tools, and machinery associated with maintenance of the landscape, including hand tools; weed whackers; pruners; both hand and pole-trimming equipment; non-riding mowers; etc. Be part of a team to manage the overall operation, organization, development, renovation, and maintenance of all Landscaping Operations.

 

Compensation:

$17.98/hour (non-exempt)

This is a Union position with 1 opening.

Reporting Relationship:

Reports to:    Landscaping/Nursery Supervisors and Lead Workers

Supervises:    n/a

Quality Standards:
  • Conduct individual and business affairs in highest ethical and legal fashion.
  • Establish and contribute to a supportive, creative, enthusiastic, and cooperative working environment for all.
  • Build strong communication links with supervisors, peers, and employees.
  • Continuously strive for excellence in the workplace, the Company environment, and as a Company representative.
  • Comply with all Company policies and standards.
  • Conducts business in alignment with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Pūlama Lāna‘i.


Responsibilities

Essential Duties

  • Perform general labor for Landscaping functions in areas as assigned.
  • Assist with keeping landscape materials organized, clean, and orderly while ensuring proper operation for all on-going Landscaping activities.
  • Assist with maintaining the inventory for all Landscaping projects, including watering; weeding; and organizing all Landscape materials.
  • With assistance from the Plant Health Technician, measure and apply both organic and non-organic fertilizers and amendments to soils and plants.
  • Maintain professional appearance and operation of uniform, tools, and equipment assigned for Landscaping activities.
  • Actively participate in training, support, direction, and guidance from Supervisors.
  • Report all maintenance and repairs required for equipment to the Supervisors.
  • Operate equipment, tools, and machinery associated with maintenance of the landscape, including hand tools; weed whackers; pruners; both hand and pole-trimming equipment; non-riding mowers and other tools as directed by supervisor.
  • Operate all tools and equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications
Qualification/Requirements:
  • Mid to entry level position with some experience in the landscaping industry.
  • Requires to following all safety standards for a landscape operation.
  • Requires relating to people in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Requires working to the established procedures and maintaining reliable work attendance.
  • Requires good verbal communication skills.
  • Requires the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Able to think and make effective decisions quickly.
  • Ability to create effective working relationships with employees.
  • Must be able to maintain a positive attitude and work under pressure.
  • Must be flexible and available to work on weekends and/or holidays depending upon scheduled days of operation and season.
Required Work Cards/Certifications:
  • None

Physical Requirements:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. 
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, and color vision. 
  • The employee is occasionally required to operate objects, tools, or controls.
 

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.