Landscape Architect assists in the development of exterior spaces and physical environments. Aids in preparing overview of final project design drawings and specifications. Being a Landscape Architect requires a bachelor's degree in related field. Typically reports to a Landscape Architect Manager. To be a Landscape Architect typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Prepare trucks for day and collect materials for job(s):
• Load gas cans and equipment onto trucks/trailers; includes loading/unloading skid steers, etc.
• Load/unload materials for job; includes trees, shrubs, sod, plants, etc.
• Secure all equipment
• Maintain and correctly use issued personal protective equipment
Work on properties:
• Safely operate equipment with all necessary personal protective equipment
• Prune shrubs and trees as needed and clear debris
• Pull weeds as needed
• Clean site and watch for trash, limbs, and rocks
• Prepare planting areas for trees, shrubs, ground cover, and sod/seeded areas
• Mulch planting beds with pine straw, assorted mulches, and stone
Plantings and Flower Installation:
• Prep soil uniformly for flower or groundcover installation
• Plant material properly considering depth, size, placement, and spacing
• Apply mulch appropriately for type of material
• Water material correctly
• Edge beds or establish new bed edges
Machine Operators:
• Wash equipment and truck, keep cab free of debris
• Grease machines
Physical Demands:
•Safely perform heavy lifting/pushing/pulling of various landscaping equipment and materials, including, but not limited to backpack blowers, large containers of mulch/plant material.
•Safely operate hand and power equipment, including but not limited to manual and powered sawing and cutting equipment
•Leverage 80 lbs. of a walk behind mower over curbs
•Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
•Lift branches and limbs
•Push, pull, grip and squeeze various tools, products and/or items (e.g., pruning)
•Walk up to 10 miles a day, sometimes uphill and on uneven terrain, often while carrying, pushing, or pulling equipment, materials, or debris.
•Bend and kneel up to 9 hours or more a day
•Spray various pesticides/herbicides
Work Environment:
•Work hours vary and may exceed 12 hours per day
•Work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, precipitation)
•Noise level may be loud at times and use of ear plugs may be required (e.g., outdoor conditions, backpack blowers, skid steer, trimmers)
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