What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer Production position at LOVING?
Description
Description
Company Profile
Work for the fastest-growing landscape company in the country!
LOVING (www.thelovingcompanies.com) is a premier landscape and hardscape service provider to the residential homebuilder industry. We pride ourselves on being innovative; always striving to create a better product and service for our customers. We know that our employees are the key to our success that is why we are constantly creating new and improved ways to develop our talent. Having a benefits package that is competitive within our industry is important to attracting and retaining the best talent; that is why we offer a fun yet challenging work environment, work-life balance, flexible work schedules, paid time off and health insurance to name a few.
Job Summary
The position of General Laborer is open at our sod farming operations located in Punta Gorda, FL.
The ideal candidate is an energetic, positive-thinking and motivated individual with high-quality standards and an appropriate skill set. This role reports directly to the designated foreman and will be responsible for performing planting duties for the sod far as well as miscellaneous farm and landscaping duties when it is too wet for planting.
This position is expected to work shifts from Sunday through Thursday with occasional Friday/Saturday work with shifts beginning at 7 am.
The compensation for this position is $16-$18 per hour depending on experience.
Disclaimer
The noted responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list as additional duties may be required as determined by the applicable department leader.
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Requirements
Requirements/Physical Requirements
Perform physical activities such as lifting, stooping, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, crouching, and reaching
Perform light to very heavy work exerting from 20 pounds of force repeatedly in sod farming operations
Subject to outdoor inclement weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind)
Subject to periods of loud noise levels
Subject to hazards including machinery such as mowers, tractors, bobcats, chainsaws, electric clippers, etc.
Subject to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, and poor ventilation
Subject to repetitive motions
Education/Experience/Skills
Working knowledge of standard landscape/farming practices.
A minimum of six months of related experience is preferred
Effectively communicates with co-workers and management
Detail and safety oriented
Self-motivated
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Read and comprehend regulations and instructions
Salary : $16 - $18