Landscape Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: LANDSCAPE ASSISTANT REPORTS TO: LANDSCAPE MANAGER

POSITION TYPE: SUMMER/SEASONAL FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

POSITION PROFILE: Under the direction of the Landscape Manager, perform routine landscape maintenance tasks on the property. Strives to model the Pursell Farms core values in the completion of their work.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

• Mow lawns by machine or hand
• Plant, weed, fertilize, mulch and water bedding areas
• Trim trees and plants
• Fertilize, de-thatch and water lawns
• Collect and dispose of any trimmings or waste materials
• Perform all other duties as directed

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school grad or equivalent GED preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and follow specific directions
• Ability to operate motorized and manual landscape equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to lift and move up to 20 lbs. without assistance
• Ability to work as part of a team
• This is a 40 hour per week seasonal position from June through August of the year.
• The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to note ALL duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job.