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General Laborer

Location:

Paris, TX

Job type:

Outdoors

Salary Range:

Starting Pay: $15 per hour DOQE

Schedule:

Monday to Friday with occasional Saturdays

Description/Job Summary

Looking To Level Up? More Fun. More Training. More Opportunities.

About You

You love working outdoors and having the opportunity to help your customers and make their outdoor spaces beautiful
You’re a quiet leader of others and work hard behind the scenes
You want to work for a company that values your loyalty
You respect each person and people appreciate your professionalism
You value getting things done right every time
Folks consistently underestimate you
You’ve been told that you have great persistence and determination
You crave the opportunity to be part of a true community of craftsmen who will help you out and have your back
You are eager to learn new techniques and dig in to solve unusual customer problems

About Us

Red River Outdoor Living was founded in 1997 by Ross and Kala Moore with the goal of providing you with everything you need to enjoy your outdoor space. Our services include construction landscape, swimming pools, retail nursery center, plus Big Green Egg sales and more.

We believe you should love your outdoor space and you should love the experience we provide you in creating and maintaining it. Our slogan is, “Love the Space, Love the Experience”.

We strive to provide an environment where team members can be their best and do their best. Our vision is to improve lives. We believe that by creating an environment where our people grow and thrive in their God given talents and strengths, they in turn create beautiful environments where our clients can thrive and enjoy life.

Our Values

Our values define us as a company at our core: who we are, how we work, and how we live. We work hard to expand our team with folks who can:

Be a Servant Leader: Leadership is influence. Influence is increased by serving and building honest, trusting, & respectful relationships. If you want to lead, learn to serve, be proactive & prepared, anticipate their needs & your needs.
Build Relationships: Relationships are the most important thing we build.
Be a Problem Solver: Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.
Practice Excellence: Excellence is a daily decision to be self-disciplined.
Be Respectful: Being respectful allows for relationships of learning, growth, and influence.
Do Hard Things: Doing hard things brings growth, self-respect, self-discipline, and learning.
Be Profitable: We will use our talents, resources, and opportunities to effectively produce the maximum gain from our efforts.

Main Job Tasks & Responsibilities

Responsible for working on a Field Crew and effectively communicating with other team members
Ability to understand construction plans and job-related scope of work
Stonework such as edging/ patios/ retaining walls
Operate power tools safely and effectively
Operate heavy equipment (i.e., bobcats, excavators, skid-steer loader, etc.)
Irrigation installation
Removal & installation of landscapes using hands, tools, & equipment.
Planting trees and shrubs
Excavation, grading and transport of soils and debris
Transport and installation of various landscape materials
Install softscape, hardscape, irrigation & drainage
Prep, organize, clean tools, equipment, trucks, and jobsite
Topsoil and grading, sod, mulch, paver, and water feature installation
Dig trenches and backfill holes to prepare for construction projects
Loading and unloading building materials
Cleaning and removing materials and debris from worksites
Greet clients, vendors, and other visitors in a friendly, professional manner
Other duties as assigned which may or may not be directly related to the position
Maintain professional appearance and conduct

Benefits

Company Provided Uniform Shirts, Pants, Hats, and Jackets
Cutting Edge Technology
Top of the Line Tools and Equipment
401(k) with Company Matching Funds
Paid Time Off
Company Paid Holidays

Required Skills

Minimum Requirements (Preferred)

Valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record
Must be able to pass drug test at any time. (Required)
Proactive, organized, and reliable team player with positive attitude
Must be capable of operating an iPad, smartphone, and use company software
Ability to work safely, in hot, cold, dry, or wet weather for long periods of time
Highly motivated, self-driven individual who is punctual, dependable, and accountable
Positive Attitude, team oriented, a strong work ethic, and an outgoing personality
Disciplined, proactive and excellent follow-through skills
Ability to work with a high degree of attention to detail
Must be highly organized and have ability to prioritize tasks in rapidly changing environment.

Physical requirements:

Able to lift 50 Lbs. or more throughout the day
Able to use hand tools such as but not limited to shovels, rakes, and wheelbarrows throughout the day.
Physical strength to perform heavy labor such as lifting and moving material.
Physical strength to handle long hours of strenuous work during the day in hot or cold weather.
Ability to climb a ladder, kneel, and crawl
Ability to move and ascend/descend areas
Needs adequate visual acuity, and ability to grasp and handle objects.

Required Experience

Prior Experience

We’re flexible on the number of years of previous experience for this role. We highly favor core values, talent, and interest. Some candidates may see this list and feel discouraged because they don’t match all the items. Even if you’re a new high school graduate, please apply anyway: there’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think you are.