Riverside Health

Non-profit integrated health system delivering care

Landscape Gardener

Landscaping & Grounds MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeNewport News, VA, USA$16.80 - $21.83 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

One year of landscaping experience in a professional environment is required.
A valid driver's license is required.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
A Certified Pesticide Applicator credential from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Registered Spray Technician is preferred within one year.

Responsibilities

Maintain grounds to Riverside Health System standards, including landscape installation, hand watering, mulching, hedge trimming, trash removal, leaf removal, weed removal by hand and chemically, push mowing when needed, snow removal, and planting flowers in beds, containers, and baskets.
Know plant names and maintenance characteristics for the Mid-Atlantic region.
Assist co-workers with customer care and address customer needs regardless of assignment; assist others to complete tasks when necessary.
Establish and maintain a work environment reflecting performance improvement and customer service in accordance with the organization's mission statement.
Prioritize and complete assignments accurately and promptly, and maintain a work environment reflecting performance excellence.
Follow safety policies and procedures, including proper body mechanics, hazardous-material handling, and universal precautions; maintain a safe work area and wear required personal protective equipment.
Execute service work plans to achieve high quality and revise the daily service plan as appropriate.

Desired Qualifications

Certified Pesticide Applicator credential from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Registered Spray Technician within one year.
A high school diploma or GED.

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range

$16.80 - $21.83/Hourly
Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview
Ensuring grounds are maintained to standard as assigned at Riverside Health System standards. Job assignments will include but not limited to: landscape installation, hand watering, mulching, hedge trimming, trash removal, leaf removal, weed removal both by hand and chemically, push mowing when needed, snow removal, flower plantings in beds, containers, and baskets. Must be knowledgeable of plant names and maintenance characteristics for the Mid-Atlantic region.

What you will do

Assists co-workers with the care of their customers; addresses customer's needs regardless of assignment. Assists others to complete tasks when necessary. Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a work environment that reflects performance improvement and customer service program in accordance with our mission statement.
Demonstrates ability to prioritize and accomplish assignments with accuracy and timeliness. Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a work environment that reflects performance excellence.
Conscientiously observes policies and procedures to ensure the safety of self, co-workers, and visitors. Follows guidelines for proper body mechanics, hazardous material handling and universal precautions to avoid personal accidents and injuries. Maintains a safe work area and wears all personal protective equipment; i.e., ear plugs, glasses, safety vests, boots, gloves and rain gear.
Executes serviceswork plans to achieve the highest quality. Revises the daily service plan as appropriate to ensure the highest quality.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED, (Preferred)

Experience

1 year Landscaping experience in a professional environment (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

Certified Pesticide Applicator - Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Registered Spray Technician within 1 Year (Preferred)
Valid Drivers License (Required)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.

About the Company

Riverside Health

Non-profit integrated health system delivering care

Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated network of hospitals, physicians, continuing care facilities, and wellness centers that provides comprehensive health care services to people in eastern Virginia. Its model combines hospital care, outpatient services, and long-term care under one system to coordinate care across facilities. It operates using community-based clinics and hospitals to deliver high-quality care with a focus on accessibility and care continuity, rather than profit. Riverside's goal is to improve community health by offering coordinated, accountable health services through a regional network founded in 1915.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Newport News, VA
Founded: 1915

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