***SEASONAL POSITION***
The landscape laborer provides grounds keeping and maintenance for gardens, ponds, lawns, turf areas and other landscapes to increase the visual or functional value of the USPS NCED facility and all surrounding grounds. The landscape laborer will maintain all vegetation on the grounds, such as plants, trees, hedges and flowers to keep the landscape thriving, healthy, and effectively designed.
Duties and Responsibilities

Cut grass, using walking-type or riding mowers

Trim hedges and edge around walks and flower beds using hedge trimmers, clippers, and edging tools

Prune shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth, using shears and other hand tools

Make adjustments, repairs, additions, etc. to the turf, flowerbeds, and computerized irrigation system

Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs

Mulch gardens

Water lawn and shrubs during dry periods, using hose or activation water sprinkler system

Pick and dispose of leaves, paper and other litter

Remove snow or ice from walks, driveways, roads or parking lots

Assist with varied kinds of work including, but not limited to pouring concrete, snow removal, assembling modular furniture and changing light bulbs

Performs other duties as assigned

Pay Rate: $14.18 per hour
Schedule: Monday thru Friday 7:00AM to 3:30PM (Winter hours)
Monday thru Friday 6:00AM to 2.30 PM (Summer hours)
Required Skills and Qualifications

Must be at least 17 years of age

Must be able to use “down-time” effectively to the benefit of the company

Must have a well-mannered customer service attitude

Must be able to operate lawn care equipment including, but not limited to, tractor, weed eater, edger, hedge trimmer, push, chain saw, and ride on mower, etc.

Must be punctual, responsible and dependable

Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability

Must be able to work as part of a team, fostering teamwork in a dynamic environment

Must be detail oriented

Must be willing to cross-train in other areas

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must possess a valid driver license, without special restrictions, desired

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned

Must be able to work outdoors for long and varied hours, sometimes in extreme weather conditions

Must be capable of lifting 70 pounds unassisted

Must be able to ascend and descent equipment, including but not limited to, ladders, scaffolds, lifts, etc.

Must be capable of frequent bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, climbing, and stooping, sometimes for long periods

Must be able to stand and walk for extensive periods of time

Must be capable of performing manual repetitive activities

Must have good manual dexterity

Terms of Employment and Eligibility Requirements

Must pass pre-employment background screening

Must pass a pre-employment drug screening

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
The lists above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX International reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

TRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.