• Do you have a "green thumb"?
• Do you enjoy working with your hands and creating a beautiful result?
• Do you like working independently and as a part of a team?

If so, Better View Landscapes may have a place for you and your talents!

Better View Landscapes is looking for immediate hire of passionate Landscape Gardeners. This position will be responsible for all general maintenance tasks such as weeding, bed edging, dead-heading, pruning, and mulching, along with new planting installation of residential homes and businesses throughout the Pioneer Valley.

Utilizing experience and knowledge, along with simple hand tools, powered equipment, and your own “person power,” this position will be responsible for identifying and removal of weeds, transplanting or planting flowers, shrubs, etc.

Job Description:

To succeed in this role, you should be physically fit and able to operate small machinery. The ideal candidate will be friendly, professional, and possess in-depth knowledge of effective gardening techniques. This candidate must be self-motivated and able to work independently as well working with others on the team.

Responsibilities:

• Perform basic maintenance such as managing weed control.
• Plant and nurture new trees, flowers, and various plants.
• Work with hand tools and basic light machinery such as powered edgers and leaf blowers.

Requirements:

• Good attitude and willingness to learn
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Friendly personality with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively and efficiently, able to follow directions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness/ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Clean and professional appearance
• Punctual and dependable
• Ability to lift 60 lbs. plus consistently
• Available to work a varied schedule (including Saturdays)
• Stand and bend for 8 hours or more a day

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Horticulture: 2 years (Preferred)
• Gardening: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person