Landscaping And Groundskeeping Workers

Job duties

Original text, as filed with the Department of Labor.

Mow, trim, and plant; water, dig, and weed planting beds; lay sod; mulch beds, using mowers, string trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, shovels, rakes.

Requirements

- Must be willing and able to tolerate very hot or very cold temperatures.
- Must be willing and able to tolerate loud noises.
- Must be available entire contract period.
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and be able to perform physical labor.
- May conduct post-hire, employer-paid drug testing.

Special Requirements and Provisions:
- Schedule varies (days of the week and shift times).
- Must have adequate corrected vision to read plant labels, gauges, identify terrain irregularities, and detect pest or disease symptoms.
- Must have functional near and far focus and depth perception to safely navigate uneven ground and obstacles.
- Must have hearing (corrected or unassisted) sufficient to detect equipment noise, alarms, verbal commands, or hazards.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull loads (e.g., up to 50 lbs or more), and perform manual tasks continuously over a full shift under outdoor conditions.
- Must possess manual dexterity, handeye coordination, and grip strength to handle tools and equipment safely.
- Must maintain balance and mobility over uneven surfaces, slopes, and varied terrain.
- Additional hours may be offered.
- May be required to work weekends.
- All worksite locations are within driving distance of primary worksite location.
- Employer will pay the highest of all prevailing wages for all worksite locations throughout the entire period of employment.
- Employer may offer a bonus or increase pay depending on experience and merit.
- Employer offers a ride to the primary worksite location to workers living area within a reasonable commute (see Deductions from Pay).
- Daily Transportation is provided to all worksites from primary worksite.
- Employer provides optional housing to workers who do not reside within a reasonable commute to primary worksite location. No family housing is available.

Benefits and conditions