Water Truck Driver Job Indianapolis Indiana USA,Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care

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Job Summary

The Landscaper III provides skilled landscape maintenance for industrial, commercial, and public properties. Working independently, this role performs complex landscaping tasks, operates commercial-grade equipment safely, and ensures the proper care of plant materials and other landscape elements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Proactively maintain site detail
Drive company water truck and water assigned locations/plants.
Lead and perform job duties when the Crew Leader is not on site
Work with the Crew Leader to solve problems and overcome job and schedule challenges
Complete punch list items without supervision
Offer solutions to deliver quality results
Cut turf using various-sized power mowers, trimming, and edging using a gas-powered edger/trimmer, and operating a gas-powered blower
Prune shrubs and low trees as needed to improve the shape or growth habit or to remove damaged branches
Identify irrigation system problems and work with the Crew Leader to correct
Properly repair broken sprinkler heads
Plant and maintain flowerbeds
Operate the edger and line trimmer along sidewalks, flower beds, trees, buildings, fences, and other objects
Pick up trash and blow leaves and other organic debris onto the turf before mowing.
Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing.
Perform weeding by hand or using a garden hoe or hulahoe
Train team members on preventative maintenance on trucks and trailers; connect trucks and trailers safely and correctly
Identify common weeds and recommend methods for control
Coach and remind the team of the “Safety Topic” tailgate talk throughout the week/month
Assist the Crew Leader/Production Manager in coaching team members
Maintain a polite, friendly, responsive demeanor with guests and customers

Education and Experience:

Valid driver's license
Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
At least 18 years old
Enthusiastic and dependable
Ability to safely work with equipment like power saws and cutters
Certified on level 3 equipment (bed edger, chainsaw, power pole, pruner, leaf vacuum, skid steer)
Has demonstrated 6 months of accident-free performance

Physical Demands/Requirements:

Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)
Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)
Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
Landscapers who will be operating a Bright View fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment:

Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust,…