Job Description

Landscaper II

We are hiring immediately for full time LANDSCAPER II positions.

Location: TAMU - 600 Agronomy Road, College Station, TX 77843. (Openings at other locations within school district available) Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule; Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. More details upon interview. (Full and Part Time with the flexibility to meet most scheduling needs)

Requirement: 1 year of prior landscaping experience and basic knowledge of equipment and tools is required.

Pay Range: $14.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour.

Perks: SSC invests in our employees with training and growth opportunities, but the benefits don't stop there, SSC offers a comprehensive benefits package and we are also excited to offer same day pay! At SSC we truly believe that our people are our greatest asset!

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group we create clean, safe, and distraction free learning environments for students of all ages. With a focus on a people first culture, growth opportunities, and supporting local communities we set the stage for a meaningful career in educational facilities nationwide.

Job Summary

Summary: Cultivates and maintains landscaping and grounds surrounding campus buildings. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cares for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing and removing thatch, trimming and edging around flower beds, walks and walls.
• Plants flowers, pulls weeds, repairs structures and maintains outside of buildings as needed.
• Applies pesticides to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks and others.
• Mixes, sprays and spreads fertilizers, herbicides or insecticides using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
• Determines and plants appropriate seeds, bulbs, foliage, flowering plants, grass, ground covers, trees and shrubs.
• Uses gardening tools to apply mulch for protection.
• Attaches wires from planted trees to support stakes.
• Interprets construction documents and successfully implements the design.
• Operates construction-related equipment as needed.
• Follows standard operating procedures for assigned tasks and projects; follows all safety protocol.
• Attends training as required.
• Deploys for emergency response due to inclement weather, i.e. snow and ice, tornado or other crisis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years of experience in landscape construction.
• Valid driver's license.
• Basic ability to interpret and implement construction documents.
• Intermediate ability to operate construction-related equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Extensive driving, walking and equipment operation. Exposure to: extreme weather conditions, pesticides, fertilizers, pollen producing environment paint and petroleum products. Work time expectation: 90% of time will be physical labor, 10% training and misc.

Enhance your quality of life through our comprehensive benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance/AD
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace & Employee shopping program
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• And More…

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.

SSC & Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the facility service industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

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