Applications are due by May 31, 2025

Pay Range DOE: $15.00 - $20.00/hour.

Work Schedule: Work schedule can vary, but this is temp-to-hire with the eligibility of full-time permanent placement.

This position is eligible for Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan – must be 18 years of age to participate.

Goodwill of Colorado is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer.

JOB SUMMARY:

Goodwill Staffing is seeking experienced hardscape or install workers for our landscaping client's Landscape Enhancement Crew. If you have worked in the landscaping industry doing renovation or enhancements, irrigation, planting, developing hardscapes, or building retaining walls, then our client would be interested in meeting with you. If you do not have direct experience in hardscapes, but are willing to learn, then we invite you to apply as well.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Building rock beds.
• Laying sod.
• Working on irrigation systems.
• Building retaining walls.
• Planting trees and shrubs.
• Maintain work tools, equipment, machinery, and vehicles.
• Work safely to avoid accidents and injuries.
• Follow instructions from crew leader.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• A High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience:

• Previous experience in the landscaping industry is preferred.
• Previous experience working with hardscapes and installation is preferred.
• Previous construction experience is acceptable.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.

Other:

• Must be okay working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in a crew and follow directions.
• Must have flexibility to work scheduled shifts.
• Must be able to reliably commute to work office.
• Must be punctual.
• Must have a positive attitude and work ethic.

Background Compliance:
In accordance with the CLIENT’S security and background requirements, the incumbent must pass a thorough background check per the CLIENT’s contract. This may include a criminal history search, CBI/FBI fingerprints, CBI name check, MVR/DMV search, psychological screening, sex offender search, SAM/OIG search, CAPS check, DORA check, drug and/or alcohol screening, DOT testing, or any additional requirement set forth by the CLIENT to ensure security compliance. For additional background requirements, please contact your Goodwill Staffing Representative for additional information.

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses.

Goodwill participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.

Physical Requirements

Attachment to Job Description

Job Title: 274 - GSS - General Laborers Dept Number: 5450

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Guide to Physical Requirements:
• Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Frequently (3-4 hours)
• Occasionally (1-2 hours)
• Never

LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)

Heavy: 45 lbs & over - Occasionally

Moderate: 15-44 lbs - Frequently

Light: 14 lbs & under - Continuously

CARRYING:

Heavy: 45 lbs & over - Occasionally

Moderate: 15-44 lbs - Frequently

Light: 14 lbs & under - Continuously

PUSHING/PULLING - Continuously

REACHING:

Above Shoulder - Occasionally

At Shoulder - Frequently

Below Shoulder - Occasionally

TWISTING - Frequently

BENDING - Frequently

KNEELING/CRAWLING - Occasionally

SQUAT - Occasionally

CLIMBING:

Use of legs only (stairs) - Occasionally

Use of arms & legs (ladders) - Occasionally

HEARING - Continuously

VISION:

Visual, close - Continuously

Visual, distant - Continuously

Visual, depth perception - Continuously

HANDS/FINGERS:

Simple grasping - Continuously

Fine Manipulation - Continuously

Repetitive Movements - Continuously

WALKING - Continuously

STANDING - Continuously

SITTING - Occasionally

SPEAKING - Occasionally

OTHER, please describe - Occasionally - Driving

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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