Landscape Maintenance Specialist

SavATree • Vineyard Haven, MA

10d

About The Position

The individual in this position will directly support the Fine Gardening Division Manager by carrying out divisional projects as directed. The role will be responsible for the completion of herbaceous garden/ container installation and maintenance projects. It will ensure that all projects are carried out safely, efficiently, accurately, while maintaining the highest level of work quality.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years experience in the gardening industry.
• A valid Driver's License and a clean driving record with proficiency operating truck, trailers, and various types of machinery.
• Proven depth of knowledge of industry-accepted gardening and herbaceous plant care practices.
• These physical demands described must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is subject to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

Responsibilities

• All gardens, containers, and beds are beautifully designed, installed and maintained to the highest standards.
• Sites are kept neat and tidy and tool loss is eliminated.
• Perennials and annuals are to be cut back as necessary to keep them looking good.
• All plants are to be kept pruned. Any breakage, suckers, odd growth, or passed blooms should be removed.
• All plants should be kept properly fertilized.
• Watering/ irrigation must be monitored constantly. Work with the irrigation staff to adjust the controller as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees