Groundsman - Planting Crew
About The Position
As a member of Moon Valley Nurseries’ Planting Crew, the Groundsman helps install trees and plants for customers. The role involves planting trees and shrubs according to landscape plans and specifications, maintaining proper spacing and alignment, and keeping work areas and equipment clean and organized. The employee works with the crew to coordinate tasks and complete projects on time while delivering service to customers. The position requires manual labor and outdoor work for extended periods, potentially in rain, heat, sun, and wind. Employees must follow planting and fertilization techniques, safety protocols, and personal protective equipment requirements, and recognize Blue Stake/811 colors at job sites to help prevent damage to underground utilities. Availability to work any day of the week is required. The role is full-time, with open availability for day shifts, and may involve travel of up to 25%.
Requirements
- Ability to perform manual labor.
- Ability to follow specific instructions and safety protocols.
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in potentially extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind.
- Ability to frequently reach, pull, lift, and/or move items weighing up to and over 75 pounds.
- Subject to an MVR and criminal background check in accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in landscaping, horticulture, or a related field.
- Previous experience operating power tools, hand tools, and other equipment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Plant trees, shrubs, and other plants according to landscape plans and specifications.
- Follow appropriate fertilization and planting techniques to support healthy plant growth and longevity.
- Maintain clean work areas and equipment.
- Communicate with team members and supervisors to coordinate tasks and complete projects on time.
- Load and unload plants, tools, equipment, and other supplies; ensure accurate counts and proper weight distribution.
- Use required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses and gloves, and follow safety protocols and guidelines.
- Recognize Blue Stake/811 colors at job sites to help prevent damage to underground utilities.
- Be available to work any day of the week.
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- 401(k)
- Holidays
- PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
