Job Summary: Landscape Drivers operate company vehicles to safely transport machinery, equipment,
material, and laborers to and from job locations. Safe transportation includes daily pre- and post-trip
inspections of vehicles, trailers, and equipment to ensure adherence to safety regulations. Drivers also perform daily
landscape operations.
Duties:
Transport equipment, materials, and laborers to and from job sites in a timely, safe, and courteous manner.
· Assist with daily loading and unloading of work trucks.
· Complete Pre-trip (AM) and Post-trip (PM) Vehicle Inspection Reports of vehicles, trailers, and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and malfunctions. Promptly report any issues to management and shop personnel.
· Effectively communicate with Foreman, Project Managers, customers, and other individuals as required to ensure safe operation of vehicles and equipment and other pertinent information.
· Promptly report all accidents involving Company vehicles or equipment.
· Safely operate a variety of landscape equipment including, but not limited to, mowers, tractors, skid loaders, trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, chop saws, compactors, augers, trenchers, and hand tools.
· Adhere to all safety requirements for vehicles and equipment, including Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
· Demonstrate knowledge and awareness of applicable driver and vehicle safety requirements obtained through Company training (i.e., Complete DOT checkpoint inspection without obtaining any tickets/violations).
· Perform landscape labor services, including but not limited to plant/tree installation; site grading; patio/wall installation; mowing/weeding/pruning; sod preparation & installation; irrigation installation; fence installation; miscellaneous repairs.
· Report all tickets received.
· Wear required PPE (personal protective equipment).
· Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe.
· Use all equipment and tools for landscape installation according to company safety guidelines.
· Perform any other duties as assigned by the Foreman, Project Manager, or Department Head.
· Follow all Company policies and procedures.
· Wear a clean uniform with work boots for each scheduled shift
Skills and Educational Requirements:
· Must hold a valid Driver’s License with no moving violations in the last 5 years
· Must hold a valid medical card
· Must have a driving record in good standing.
· Must be a hard worker with a strong work ethic and must be a team player.
· Landscaping experience or knowledge preferred.
Needed Attributes:
Drivers are regularly required to: Have a full range of mobility in the upper and lower body; Be able to reach overhead; Be able to work in various positions, including but not limited to stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods of time; Be able to lift, pull, and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks; Be able to lift 50 pounds of weight frequently throughout assigned workday.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday (6:30 AM – depends on completion of the job)
Saturdays are only required by workload or per the request.
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