Gardens for Living, a rapidly expanding company specializing in Landscape Installation and Maintenance, is seeking an Experienced Landscape Maintenance Crew Member who has the potential to grow and train into a landscape maintenance foreman. We are committed to quality and are looking for like-minded, motivated individuals who enjoy working outdoors.

Responsibilities

As a landscape maintenance crew member, you will work closely with the Landscape Maintenance Supervisor, Crew Leader, and other team members to ensure that all tasks are completed on time and to the highest standard to promote the health and vitality of various landscapes, including gardens and lawns

• Performing routine tasks such as mowing, trimming, edging, clean up, blow trimmings, fertilizing and watering turf areas, and performing other lawn care duties as directed by the crew leader
•  Dig, lift, and load tools, and equipment on and off trailers and trucks
• Spray and dust areas to control insects and or weeds
• Operate power equipment including, but not limited to, lawn tractors, lawn mowers, line trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws, sod cutters, and chain saws
• Move and install soil, mulch, and plant material to assist with the construction of landscape gardens and related areas
• Work strategically to perform tasks safely, efficiently, and effectively
• Work with urgency and purpose
• Communicate with customers in a professional, polite, and courteous manner. Answering any questions and addressing any concerns from clients 

Qualifications

• Teachable attitude and a great teammate 
•  Minimum 2-3 years of experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance preferred
• Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
• Effective time management skills and the ability to carry out verbal instructions, read labels and signs 
• Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
• Physically fit to carry out strenuous tasks outdoors in various conditions. Including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times

Compensation

Expect 40 – 50 hours per week in season (approximately March 1 – December 15) and 40 hours out of season (weather dependent). Pay starts between $18.00 and $20.00 per hour, depending on experience. 
Benefits

• Opportunity for advancement
• Competitive pay in a company that appreciates you
•  After 90 days of employment, Full-time Team members receive
• 5 Paid Holidays
• 48 hours of PTO 
• Health benefits available through Wellspring Direct Primary Care 
• Eligibility after 6 months of employment and 1000 consecutive hours 401K company match
• A happy, healthy work environment