Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Include But Not Limited To)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing and removing thatch, and trimming and edging around flower beds, walks, and walls.
• Assist and work with the Agriculture Grounds and Land Manager to ensure plants, flower beds and all landscaping is maintained to a high standard. This includes:
• Spraying lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides, taking all safety precautions necessary when working with chemicals;
• Planting grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs; and
• Pruning and trim trees, shrubs and hedges.
• Operate, maintain, and do minor repair to power equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, chain-saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning shears.
• Mow and edge lawns.
• Gather and remove litter. Rake and bag or burn leaves. Clean out drainage ditches and culverts.
• Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features. 
• Other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Requirements)

  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of machines and tools used for landscaping/gardening, including basic knowledge of their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of plant care and landscaping activities.
• Exhibit wisdom and safe operating practices when using any equipment.
• Knowledge of the handling of hazardous chemicals to ensure compliance with local and state regulations related to their use for the protection of people and property.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment. Ability to work in all weather extremes (heat, cold, rain).
• Must be able to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis, and up to 10 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Supportive of Mercy Ships mission and vision, and committed to its core values.
• Understand and apply servant leadership, work collaboratively with integrity and demonstrate accountability.

  Education and Experience

  The requirements listed below are representative of the education and / or experience required.

• One year job-related experience and experience with small equipment preferred.
• Experienced in plant care and landscaping activities.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of Mercy Ships Entry Training will be required within the first year.