Street Trees Consortium (STC) - Production Employee

Apex Landscaping Inc•Hawthorn Woods, IL

3d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The STC Production Employee supports the daily operations of Apex’s Street Trees division by assisting with tree planting, maintenance, and related landscape tasks across municipal and residential sites. This role is hands-on and field-based, working closely with crew leaders and supervisors to ensure high-quality workmanship, safe practices, and efficient project execution.

Requirements

Strong work ethic and reliability
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Basic problem-solving skills and adaptability
Professionalism and positive attitude
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience in landscaping, tree planting, or outdoor labor preferred but not required.
Ability to learn proper planting techniques and horticultural best practices.
Valid driver’s license preferred; ability to be added to company insurance required.
Ability to operate or learn to operate small landscape equipment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to walk job sites, stand for extended periods, and work on uneven terrain.
Ability to bend, kneel, dig, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to load, unload, and move trees and materials safely.

Responsibilities

Assist with planting, staking, mulching, and watering trees according to Apex and municipal specifications.
Prepare job sites by unloading materials, staging trees, and organizing tools and equipment.
Follow proper horticultural practices to ensure tree health, correct planting depth, and long-term survivability.
Support crews with general landscape tasks including soil preparation, grading, and cleanup.
Operate hand tools and small equipment safely, such as shovels, tampers, wheelbarrows, and watering systems.
Assist with loading and unloading trees, materials, and supplies from trucks and trailers.
Maintain clean and organized work areas, vehicles, and equipment.
Follow all safety procedures and use required PPE at all times.
Communicate effectively with crew leaders regarding progress, issues, or site needs.
Report equipment concerns, hazards, or delays to the Street Trees Production Manager.
Support winter operations as assigned, including snow and ice management tasks.
Perform other related duties as assigned.