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Career Path : LANDSCAPER 1

The Landscaper 1 must know and gain proficiency in performing regular tasks of landscape installation/construction.

Meet all requirements of Landscape Novice job description.
Maintain physical fitness level necessary to complete assigned job tasks.
Comply with all company policies/procedures and safety requirements.
Conscientious of safety procedures for company employees on the job site.
Report all unsafe conditions and practices to daily leader or foreman.
Proper care of tools/equipment on job site to avoid loss or misuse.
Manage "Landscape Novice" employees under supervision of foreman.
Continuing education - minimum of 12hrs./yr (8/hr in-house training, 4/hr outside source).

Basic drainage installation (down spout drain/ catch basin) under supervision of foreman.
Project demolition.
Basic tractor operation/inspection/maintenance.
Lateral irrigation lines construction/installation under supervision of foreman.
Basic dry stack stone wall construction.
Basic dry set flagstone work.
Assist with lawn area grading/ sod installation.
Assist w/ planting and develop advanced planting skills.
Drip line/ emitter layout and install under supervision of foreman.
Mulch installation incl. detailing around plants.
Assist with daily worksheets.
Proficient use of rototiller and other basic machinery.
Check fluid levels and monitor safe operation of equipment used.
Basic low voltage landscape lighting installation.
Basic dry set brick work.

Proficient, safe, proper use of equipment and tools as specified.
Proper and safe skills in demolition work.
Proper installation of basic drainage systems, irrigation trenching and laterals, plant material.
Drip system laterals and emitters, and mulching.
Adhere to company policies, standards and safety guidelines.
Able to work with other employees as a team.
Able to meet or exceed company production rates set forth.