Landscaper
Company: Volunteers of America Los Angeles
Location: North Hollywood
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
About Us: VOALA Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life
Stories Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services
organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening
families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of
social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start
programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans? services,
homeless shelters, low-income housing program as well as drug and
alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more at www.voala.org . PAY RATE:
$19.01 - $20.01 Per Hour BENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive
medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. JOB SUMMARY AND
PURPOSE Reporting to a Maintenance Supervisor, the Landscaper has
responsibility for minor repairs and regular grounds maintenance
for the assigned complex. This position requires the ability to
work independently and with flexible hours. DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains assigned grounds, driveways, walk ways,
and parking lots in good condition Follows daily maintenance
checklist provided by supervisor; Assures tools and supplies are
stocked and appropriately secured in maintenance store rooms;
maintains cleanliness and order of store rooms Checks grounds for
any safety concerns; understands and carries out VOALA, federal and
other governmental regulations Cares for lawns by weeding,
grubbing, trimming and edging around property Operates power
equipment such as power mowers, blowers, and edgers Mix and sprays
or spreads fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass,
shrubs, and trees Remove tree limbs, overgrowth, and other hazards;
gather and remove litter and garden debris Ensure outdoor
furniture, d?cor, and lighting is maintained and good working order
Other duties as assigned ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Services for this
position must be provided on-site. As a result, the position
requires incumbents to report to work on-site each day of active
employment. Maintains the exterior of assigned buildings, walkways,
parking lots, and grounds in good condition, including removing
hazardous vegetation, debris and litter Provides lawncare by
weeding, grubbing, trimming and edging around property Mix and
sprays or spreads fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto
grass, shrubs, and trees Keeps tools and stock in good order Cares
for outdoor furnishings and lighting Conducts regular inspections
of assigned buildings and grounds Drives company vehicle as
required for pick up and delivery of supplies Other duties as
required and may be subject to change MANDATED REPORTER As service
providers to the underprivileged and vulnerable in our community,
all employees are considered Mandated Reporters, and must report
any instance of physical or sexual abuse to proper authorities.
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass a fingerprint
clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal
references, employment and education verifications EDUCATION: High
School Diploma or GED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 1 year of experience
in grounds maintenance or landscaping PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Formal training in a Construction Trade specialty (plumbing,
electrical, masonry, carpentry, HVAC, etc.) Bilingual (English and
Spanish) Volunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic
protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This employer
participates in E-Verify as required by the federal government and
will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information
to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify
cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is
required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to
contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security
Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before
the employer can take any action against you, including terminating
your employment.
Keywords: Volunteers of America Los Angeles, Santa Clarita , Landscaper, Construction - Building Trades , North Hollywood, California
