General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Georgetown, OH

Summary/Objective
The General Laborer is essentially responsible for the presentation of the retail/wholesale yard, maintenance of that specific area of plant material and interaction with the retail/wholesale clients. The General Laborer must also successfully and professionally interact with outside vendors, Bzak Landscape and Lawn Care crews, and the site managers/assistant managers.

Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 0 – 2 years’ experience in the Garden Center/Landscape Proficient in both oral communication. Willing to learn the operation of nursery equipment that is necessary to operate on a daily basis (i.e. tractor w/ loader, skid loader, nursery carts, etc.) Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and able to carry 15-20 pounds repeatedly through the length of the site. Ability to operate in a stressful and fast-paced environment. Able to represent the company in a courteous and professional manner. Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks for various individuals. Identify site stock needs and apply hydration and treatment as needed.

Competencies

Time Management. Project Management. Initiative. Attention to detail.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body; be able to reach overhead; be able to work in various positions, including stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time; be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks; and be able to frequently lift 50 pounds of weight throughout the assigned workday.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Schedule fluctuates Sunday - Saturday.

Travel No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent in progress.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident

AAP/EEO Statement It is the policy of The Company to ensure equal employment opportunity in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code 125.111 and all applicable federal regulations and guidelines. Discrimination against employees and applicants due to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law, is illegal. Employees or applicants who believe that The Company has discriminated against them should report it immediately to The Company President. It is important to note that employees and applicants may raise such concerns without fear of reprisal or retaliation. All employees will comply with state and federal equal employment laws, rules, regulations and guidelines. Any employee that deliberately violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.