Lawn Maintenance Team Member
Since its beginning in 1996, Esch Landscaping has created a team of some of the finest craftsmen and management personnel in the industry. Located in Pigeon Michigan, Esch Landscaping has become the premier landscape provider of beautiful and creative outdoor spaces for its full-time residents and those who spend the summers in their lakeside homes. We are diverse in services which in addition to Landscaping, include: Asphalt Maintenance, Turf Maintenance and Snow Management. Our success is the result of hard work, unmatched creativity, and a work environment that focuses not only on putting our clients first, but our integral team members as well. As we continue to grow, so does the need to hire new talent with new ideas and a willingness to live the passion Esch has for its work and clients. We are excited about what the future holds for Esch Landscaping as we continue to push the limits of what is possible for our clients as well as providing a great place to work for our team!
Position Overview
The position is a seasonal (April - November) full time position. The Maintenance Team Member should possess a basic understanding of the maintenance requirements of all installed hardscape elements. He or she is also responsible for a variety of job tasks such as performing routine lawn maintenance, including grass cutting, lawn edging, weed pulling, and uses a lawn mower and related equipment on the job. He or she would report to a team leader and perform other duties as assigned by the team leader.
Characteristics
Customer focus
Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
Attention to detail, including quality of work
Teamwork and team player
Responsible and dependable
Ethics and integrity
Proficient with time management
Positive attitude
Excellent problem-solving skills
Willingness to be trained
Work Conditions
Ability to work with hand tools, small engine equipment, and materials
Ability regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds
Requires good manual dexterity
Excellent stamina is required
Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
Minimum Requirements
Competent in the use of power tools (chainsaws, pruners, sod cutters, sprayers, rototillers, lawn mowers, line trimmers, etc.)
Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
Must possess a valid driver’s license (and able to attain a chauffeurs license and medical card)
Ability to follow safe working procedures
Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
Wage Range
Based on education and experience.
Other Benefits
Health insurance, Simple IRA retirement plan, and holiday time off may be available. There may be a possibility of snow plowing, landscaping, equipment maintenance or lay off during the winter months.