Landscape Maintenance Technician

Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape•Duluth, MN

8d•$19 - $23

About The Position

Build a career outdoors with Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape — a 38-year industry leader and multiple “Best of Houzz” Design and Service award winner. If you love being part of a close-knit team, take pride in your work, and want to see beautiful projects come to life, join a company that invests in its people, provides paid training, and treats you like part of the team and family while offering real opportunities to grow. This role involves the care and upkeep of garden beds to ensure they remain healthy, attractive, and free from weeds. The ideal candidate will have a passion for gardening, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Requirements

Experience in garden maintenance, landscaping, or a related field (1–2 years).
Familiarity with plant care. plant health, and pest management techniques.
Understanding of common plants, flowers, shrubs, and trees used in planting/garden beds.
Ability to identify plant health issues, such as diseases, pests, or nutrient deficiencies.
Proficiency in removing weeds, deadheading perennials, pruning, and mulching.
Ability to perform manual labor, including bending, kneeling, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Ability to follow instructions and adhere to maintenance schedules.
Driver's License (Required)
MN DOT Medical Card (Required)

Nice To Haves

Basic training or coursework in horticulture, landscaping, or a related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

Weed removal and prevention using appropriate techniques (e.g., hand-pulling, hoeing, mulching).
Soil cultivation,and amendment as needed to maintain healthy plant growth.
Pruning and trimming of plants, shrubs, and trees to promote growth and maintain aesthetic appeal.
Planting seasonal flowers, shrubs, and other vegetation in garden beds.
Removing and replacing dead or damaged plants.
Application of mulch to regulate soil temperature, retain moisture, and improve aesthetics.
Creating and maintaining clean edges around garden beds.
Identifying and addressing common garden pests and diseases.
Ensuring garden beds are free of debris, such as fallen leaves and trash.
Regular watering and monitoring of plant health.
Plan and install irrigation systems, including sprinklers, valves, pipes, and control systems.
Perform regular inspections to ensure system functionality and efficiency.
Troubleshoot and repair damaged or malfunctioning systems, including broken pipes, clogged nozzles, and electrical components.
Adjust and calibrate system settings for optimal performance.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Company parties
Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Training & development
Health Insurance
Flexible schedule
Time off request forms are easily accessible and always available.
Referral program
Refer someone who you believe is good for the company and receive $300 once they have been with the company for more than 3 months.
OT Pay: 1 & ½ pay after 40 hours/week - Overtime hours regularly available.
Paid Training
Minnesota Sick & Safe time: 1hr for every 30 hours worked.
After 6 Months/ Full-time employment: 401(k) - Matching: Make direct paycheck contributions to a Retirement account. Receive Employer matches up to 4%.
Safety Boot Reimbursement