Groundskeeper

We are looking to immediately hire groundskeepers in the Palo Alto area. We are looking for applicants with at least 1-2 years of landscaping experience. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position that is temp to hire. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Mow, fertilize, and water lawns, shrubbery, ground cover, trimming trees, flowering plants, and trees
• Prepare beds for planting
• Remove leaves and rubbish from grounds
• Spray herbicides as trained and directed
• Weed small areas
• May operate walking power mowers or other non-mobile power equipment
• Adhere to safety rules

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• Demonstrated strong communications skills (both verbal and written).
• Ability to understand and follow job-related instructions given in English, either verbally or in writing. 
• Basic computer skills(e-mail/Calendaring) and use of smart phones.
• Valid California Non-commercial Class C license.
• Basic horticultural knowledge.

Drug, Driving, Background Requirements:

• Clean Drug Test (No THC)
• Clean Criminal Record
• 2 points or less on driving record

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, or kneeling.
• Must be physically able to operate power equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.