Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.63 - $25.75
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Pre-tax transportation
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
Rubicon Landscape, a division of Rubicon, is a licensed (C-27) landscape maintenance and installation business that operates as part of a broader non-profit organization committed to transforming East Bay communities by equipping people to break the cycle of poverty. With an $18 million annual budget, Rubicon provides direct services at eight locations in Alameda and Contra Costa counties, running a robust commercial landscape social enterprise program that leads in sustainable landscaping practices. Known for its comprehensive approach to workforce development and community upliftment, Rubicon is recognized nationally for its innovation in providing individualized career advising, job search support, financial education,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- ability to bend and kneel up to 10 percent of the time
- ability to lift, reach, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
- ability to stand and walk up to 90 percent of the time
- able to work outdoors during all seasons of the year
- ability to obtain State of California Qualified Applicators License (categories B and C) within one year if not already licensed
- ability to pass a background check and be bonded
- proof of valid driver license (Real ID) and acceptable motor vehicle report
- capability to travel periodically to government or secure facilities requiring REAL ID-compliant identification
Job Qualifications
- Willingness and ability to obtain a State of California Qualified Applicators License (category B and C) within one year of hire if not already licensed
- desired valid applicator's license
- proof of a valid driver license (Real ID) and an acceptable Motor Vehicle report
- ability to use a smartphone to send/receive calls, text, and emails
- possess knowledge of diagnosing and treating plant health problems
- experience operating power and hand sprayers and granule application equipment
- good communication skills to maintain professional client and supervisor relationships
- capability to complete continuing education requirements for license maintenance
Job Duties
- Diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental conditions and recommend treatment options
- apply various types of treatments to mitigate and eliminate weeds, plant disease, and destructive insects and rodents in the landscape
- ensure proper filling/mixing procedures and material dilution are followed
- operate and maintain various types of equipment, including but not limited to power and hand sprayers, granule application equipment, and rodent traps
- drive a pickup truck with a tow-behind equipment trailer, often independently
- maintain accurate and timely records
- complete continuing education requirements needed to maintain an active Qualified Applicators License
- uphold safety best practices and provide immediate reporting of unsafe working conditions and/or practices to the Supervisor
- maintain open and professional communication with supervisors and clients to provide feedback on plant health care issues
- other duties as assigned, including helping with maintenance, other projects when necessary
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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