Landscape Enhancement Crew Leader in Training
About The Position
The Landscape Enhancement Installation Crew Member is a hands-on position dedicated to constructing and executing upgraded landscape project installations for commercial properties. The work focuses on hardscape additions, plant and tree bed overhauls, drainage improvements, sod installation, and seasonal site enhancements. The role assists the Enhancement Crew Leader/Foreman with project execution, layout, and material installation, and may support routine grounds maintenance, floriculture, or winter snow removal as needed. The position involves outdoor work in all weather conditions, physical manual labor, and the safe operation and basic maintenance of landscape equipment and tools.
Requirements
- Ability to routinely lift up to 50–80 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and perform heavy manual labor continually.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work around environmental risks such as bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns, mud, and dust.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Wear sturdy work boots, company-issued uniforms, and required personal protective equipment.
- Practice strict safety protocols when operating machinery and tools, and wear company-provided eye, ear, and head protection as required.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Good communication skills and a strong team-oriented work ethic.
- Must comply with all Bland Landscaping Company policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Valid North Carolina driver's license with a maintained clean driving record is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Enhancement Crew Leader/Foreman with project execution, layout, and material installation.
- Prepare sites through excavation, grading, soil conditioning, moving materials by wheelbarrow, and debris removal.
- Plant trees, shrubs, perennials, and groundcovers, and lay sod according to project plans and specifications.
- Assist with installing retaining walls, pavers, mulch, river rock, and drainage systems.
- Load, unload, and secure heavy machinery, tools, and bulk materials from trucks and trailers.
- Collect, clean, and securely store company-owned tools and equipment at the end of each work shift.
- Assist other divisions, including routine grounds maintenance or floriculture, as needed.
- Assist with snow removal operations during winter months, as required.
- Maintain reliable transportation to and from the branch location.
- Operate and perform basic maintenance on enhancement equipment and tools safely.
- Follow company policies and procedures and maintain safe, professional conduct at job sites.
Benefits
- Competitive pay rate based on experience
- BCBS health insurance, including vision and dental options
- Annual paid time off (PTO)
- Company-matched 401(k) plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
