Landscape Maintenance Technician

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Training & development
  
  
  

Build a career outdoors with Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape — a 38-year industry leader and multiple “Best of Houzz” Design and Service award winner. If you love being part of a close-knit team, take pride in your work, and want to see beautiful projects come to life, join a company that invests in its people, provides paid training, and treats you like part of the team and family while offering real opportunities to grow.

This role involves the care and upkeep of garden beds to ensure they remain healthy, attractive, and free from weeds. The ideal candidate will have a passion for gardening, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications:

• Experience in garden maintenance, landscaping, or a related field (1–2 years).
• Basic training or coursework in horticulture, landscaping, or a related field (preferred).
• Familiarity with plant care. plant health, and pest management techniques.
• Understanding of common plants, flowers, shrubs, and trees used in planting/garden beds.
• Ability to identify plant health issues, such as diseases, pests, or nutrient deficiencies.
• Proficiency in removing weeds, deadheading perennials, pruning, and mulching.
• Ability to perform manual labor, including bending, kneeling, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to maintenance schedules.
  
  
  

Responsibilities: (These duties are not just limited to the below; they will also include any area where Miller Creek needs assistance.)

Garden Bed Care and Maintenance:

• Weed removal and prevention using appropriate techniques (e.g., hand-pulling, hoeing, mulching).
• Soil cultivation,and amendment as needed to maintain healthy plant growth.
• Pruning and trimming of plants, shrubs, and trees to promote growth and maintain aesthetic appeal.
  
  
  

Planting and Transplanting:

• Planting seasonal flowers, shrubs, and other vegetation in garden beds.
• Removing and replacing dead or damaged plants.
  
  
  

Mulching and Edging:

• Application of mulch to regulate soil temperature, retain moisture, and improve aesthetics.
• Creating and maintaining clean edges around garden beds.
  
  
  

Pest and Disease Management:

• Identifying and addressing common garden pests and diseases.
  
  
  

General Maintenance:

• Ensuring garden beds are free of debris, such as fallen leaves and trash.
• Regular watering and monitoring of plant health.
  
  
  

Irrigation:

• Plan and install irrigation systems, including sprinklers, valves, pipes, and control systems.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure system functionality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and repair damaged or malfunctioning systems, including broken pipes, clogged nozzles, and electrical components.
• Adjust and calibrate system settings for optimal performance.
  
  
  

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in nature and have a keen eye for creating and maintaining beautiful landscapes.

Job Type:

• Full-time (Seasonal) 40 hours/week
  
  
  

Salary:

• $19-23/hour
• 30 day Apprenticeship Period
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Time off request forms are easily accessible and always available.
• Referral program
• Refer someone who you believe is good for the company and receive $300 once they have been with the company for more than 3 months.
• OT Pay: 1 & ½ pay after 40 hours/week - Overtime hours regularly available.
• Paid Training
• Minnesota Sick & Safe time: 1hr for every 30 hours worked.
• After 6 Months/ Full-time employment: 401(k) - Matching: Make direct paycheck contributions to a Retirement account. Receive Employer matches up to 4%.
• Safety Boot Reimbursement
  
  

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Thursday → Potential Fridays
• Overtime
  
  
  

Licenses and Certifications:

• Driver's License (Required)
• MN DOT Medical Card (Required)