A family tradition since 1932. We are an 85+ year-old landscape management and snow removal company looking to add to our awesome team!
ABOUT YOU:
- 2 years of professional mowing experience
- communication skills (verbal & written)
- customer service skills
- clean driving record
- unrestricted driver's license
- highly functioning in a fast-paced environment
- attention to detail
DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand and comprehend all company policies, procedures, guidelines, and verbal directives.
- Lawn Maintenance: property clean-ups, mowing, trimming, edging, and various other responsibilities that enhance the lawn.
- Equipment Usage: lawn mowers, trimmers, and other power equipment required in managing a variety of lawns and landscapes.
- Equipment Maintenance: ensure adequate levels of fluids are maintained in equipment, and assist with maintenance of equipment as needed.
- Paperwork: complete the necessary paperwork at each job site (before moving to another job site).
- Fuel-up company vehicle(s) upon arrival to the Shop each evening.
- Ensure truck and trailer are loaded and ready to leave by Start Time (during applicable seasons).
- Complete assigned work on, or under, budget throughout each workday.
- Perform necessary follow-ups to ensure that work is completed according to Company Standards.
- Maintain company equipment in a manner that matches Company Image.
- Shop Work: assist in maintaining necessary tools and supplies.
- Maintain good attendance.
- Ability to work year-round (snow & ice removal).
- Assist with Landscaping and Gardening Teams as needed.
BENEFITS:
- Full-time, Year-round Work
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Retirement Planning
- Room for Advancement
- Track Record of Success
- Improvement of the Grand Rapids Community
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
You MUST be able to do ALL of the following for this position:
- ...stand for extended periods.
- ...frequently bend, stoop, and kneel.
- ...traverse uneven terrain.
- ...use chemicals such as weed killers, fertilizers, etc.
- ...operate power equipment.
- ...drive large trucks with trailers full of equipment.
- ...frequently lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- ...tolerate extreme temperatures (heat, cold, & various other weather conditions).
- ...work in a fast-paced environment.
- ...follow verbal and written company policies, procedures, and standards.
- ...maintain a good attitude.
JOB SUMMARY:
Oomkes Landscape Management is seeking a dedicated Mowing Crew Member to join the Team! The ideal candidate will assist in projects that include but are not limited to, the responsibilities detailed above. If you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you!
DISCLAIMER: This Job Description is to be considered an overview of the open position(s).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Year round work
Experience:
- professional mowing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Grand Rapids, MI 49512: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person