Landscape Health & Water Manager
About The Position
Focal Pointe is seeking an entry-level to early-career Landscape Health & Water Manager to join their growing team in Caseyville, IL. This role offers hands-on experience in horticulture, irrigation management, plant health care, and commercial landscape operations. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, identifying landscape improvement opportunities, and making a visible impact. Responsibilities include visiting commercial client properties, evaluating landscape health, monitoring irrigation, identifying concerns, and creating solutions. The role involves walking sites, inspecting plant and turf conditions, reviewing irrigation, documenting findings, writing reports, and communicating with clients and internal teams. It is a hands-on role with variety and critical thinking involved.
Requirements
- Degree in Horticulture, Plant Science, or related field preferred; equivalent industry experience considered
- 1–3 years of horticulture, irrigation, or landscape management experience preferred
- Knowledge of plant health, irrigation systems, pest and disease identification, and seasonal plant care
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Self-starter with strong attention to detail
- Valid Driver’s License with approved driving record
- Ability to walk large properties, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and perform hands-on inspections and evaluations
Nice To Haves
- Backgrounds in Horticulture, Plant Science, Environmental Science, Turfgrass Management, Agriculture, Landscape Management, Soil & Water Science, or related programs
- Experience through internships, campus projects, landscaping work, greenhouse work, irrigation experience, or coursework
Responsibilities
- Conduct landscape and irrigation audits to evaluate overall plant health and site appearance
- Monitor irrigation systems and adjust watering schedules based on seasonal needs and plant types
- Identify turf, pest, disease, irrigation, and plant health concerns
- Learn and apply Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies
- Recommend improvements that help landscapes thrive
- Generate reports and communicate recommendations to internal teams and customers
- Partner with Account Managers and Repair Technicians to communicate findings and solutions
- Support newly installed landscapes through proper establishment and ongoing care
- Help ensure every property looks healthy, polished, and professionally maintained
- Take ownership of overall water management and plant health on assigned sites
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid holidays
- Generous paid time off
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Hands-on industry training
- A supportive team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
