Laborer - Landscape - El Paso

Job DetailsJob Location: El Paso - El Paso , TX 79912  Job Summary: The Landscape Laborer is responsible for performing a variety of tasks to assist with the installation, maintenance, and renovation of landscapes and outdoor areas. This role involves physical labor, working outdoors in various weather conditions, and operating a variety of tools and equipment to achieve desired landscaping outcomes.   Essential Duties/Responsibilities: · Safely operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment such as saws, drills, and hammers. · Dig trenches and planting pits to specified depths and dimensions to accommodate various landscape features, such as irrigation systems, drainage systems, and plantings. · Install irrigation systems, including emitters, tubing, lateral lines, main central lines, valves, valve boxes, risers, heads, backflow preventives, and associated components. · Install shrubs and trees according to design specifications. · Install landscape fabric to control weed growth and improve soil conditions. · Install aggregates such as gravel, mulch, and decorative stones to enhance landscape aesthetics and functionality. · Safely install boulders and other large landscape features, ensuring proper placement and stability. · Install various types of edging to define garden beds, walkways, and other landscape elements. · Maintain shrubs, trees, and aggregate areas to ensure a healthy and attractive landscape. · Build and break down walkways and handrails. · Remove trees and debris, end pumps, compressors, and generators. · Installation and maintenance of traffic control devices and patterns, including traffic barricades, cones, and markers. · Control of traffic near, in, and around work zones. · Load and unload equipment and materials from trucks and vehicles. · Follow instructions and comprehend construction needs. · Regular attendance is required according to company policy to ensure the crew can operate at the normal efficiency level. · Performs other related duties as assigned. QualificationsRequired Skills/Abilities: · Previous experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance is preferred but not required. · Basic use and knowledge of standard hand tools and equipment. · Strong knowledge of safety protocols and procedures in a construction setting. · Proficiency in operating construction tools, equipment, and machinery. · Excellent cutting, drilling, and assembling of structures. · Able to read, interpret, and understand drawings, instructions, and blueprints. · Able to use various hand tools (pickaxes, trench shovels, sledgehammers, concrete saws, etc.). · Working knowledge of general hand tools, power tools, and compaction equipment. · Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others. · Able to work overtime and weekends as needed. · Relevant certifications or licenses may be required depending on local regulations. Education and Experience: · High School or equivalent (preferred). · Minimum two (2) years’ field experience in the construction industry. · Previous experience or the completion of a relevant apprenticeship is preferred · Valid Driver’s License with clear MVR (preferred). Physical Requirements: · Frequent walking on uneven surfaces, including ground in varying weather conditions. · Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements. · Work in confined spaces, as needed. · May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis. · Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, climb, and balance repeatedly or continually throughout shift. · Continually works near heavy equipment, power tools, and moving machinery. · Exposure to the outdoor environment with machinery/equipment in the surrounding area. · Able to push/pull 80+lbs and lift/carry up 80+lbs. · Able to wear personal protective equipment is required, including but not limited to steel-toe shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, etc. · Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.