Installation Landscaper - Design & Build Division

For Gardens Sake•Durham, NC

23d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

For Garden’s Sake is a family-owned garden center and landscaping company, in operation since 1999. We are continually growing, and offer customers a one-stop shop for plants, landscape design/installation, and lawn maintenance services. Working with us allows you to enjoy a beautiful, natural environment every day with teammates that want to see you shine. You’ll be given opportunities to train, learn, and grow to your greatest potential. We prioritize caring for our employees as much as our customers. Plus, we have resident goats, chickens, and ducks! THE POSITION: We are seeking experienced Installation Landscapers to join our team. Our crews take landscapes to the next level by bringing custom designs to life: planting gorgeous greenery, building beautiful custom paver and stone designs, installing irrigation and lighting, and everything in between. The ideal candidates have a passion for landscaping and are hard working, team players, detail-oriented, and work with integrity and professionalism. This is a full-time year-round position paying $18-21/hour to start, with weekly pay. We offer paid time off and holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; matching 401k retirement savings; discounts at the Garden Center; and work-life balance. Advancement opportunities available as we continue to grow. Work day is 6:55 AM to variable end time (usually around 4:30 PM) Monday through Friday. Work week averages 45 hours with paid overtime. Saturday work is rare and we never work on Sundays or holidays.

Requirements

MUST have a valid driver’s license with no major MVR infractions
Previous experience in landscaping: planting, tree and hedge pruning, lighting, irrigation and drainage work
Ability to operate equipment proficiently and safely
Ability to perform physical work in outdoor conditions, both hot and cold
Physical capability to lift greater than 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with irrigation and landscape lighting a plus
Experience in masonry or hardscaping a plus
Bilingual (Spanish and English) a plus

Responsibilities

Plant shrubs, trees, flowers, and install sod
Install and repair drainage, irrigation, landscape lighting, and other site amenities
Assist with constructing hardscapes: stone & paver patios, retaining walls, edging, steppers, dry creek beds, etc.
Operate large machinery (trucks/trailers, loaders, and dingos) and bed edgers, sod cutters, stone saws, etc.
Routinely interact with clients and crew members in a professional manner
Produce a superior product that enhances our customers’ lifestyle
Work closely with a team to create a positive work environment and accomplish a common goal