Lawn Maintenance Team Member

Esch Landscaping, LLC is a residential and commercial landscape design/build firm located near the beautiful shores of Lake Huron on Saginaw Bay. Many of our clients have second homes along the coast of Lake Huron. We primarily service the thumb area of Michigan. We have been in business for over twenty years and have established a reputation in our marketplace as the provider for high-end landscapes. We employ only the best people who have passion for what they do. We work every day with a focus on our core values and mission statement.

Position Overview 

The position is a seasonal (April - November) full time position. The Lawn 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

  • Ethical and integrity

  • Proficient with time management

  • Positive attitude

  • Excellent problem-solving skills

Work Conditions

  • Ability to work with hand tools, small engine equipment, and materials

  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift

  • Requires good manual dexterity

  • Excellent stamina is required

  • Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, preferred

  • Competent in the use of power tools

  • 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)

  • 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.