Seasonal Color Assistant

Mariani Landscape•Sykesville, MD

7d•$28 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Planted Earth is a distinguished Residential Landscape Contracting and Maintenance company, renowned for working with the region's most talented Landscape Architects. We install and maintain premier landscapes across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. Our vision of "Doing Things Better" encompasses superior customer service, exceptional plant material, industry-leading partners, and most importantly, a steadfast commitment to nurturing client relationships. We are currently seeking a Seasonal Color Program Assistant with strong leadership to help develop our Seasonal Color Program. Services within this program currently include planters, flower beds, bulb plantings, fall/pumpkin displays, and holiday decor. Applicants should be passionate about plants, design, and the outdoors. Seasonal color installations occur in a fast-paced, condensed timeframe which requires proactive planning, foresight, attention to detail, and efficiency. The workday involves navigating client properties, acquiring and organizing supplies from vendors, and planning for future installations. Applicants should be comfortable with driving a large truck/van, working on a ladder up to 12 feet, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in all weather conditions. We seek candidates who exhibit professionalism and a growth mindset.

Requirements

Driver’s license, with a clean driving record
Minimum of 3 years in a hands-on horticultural industry role related to landscape installations and care of herbaceous plants
Aesthetic sense/eye for design
Prior experience in a fast-paced work environment
Strong organizational systems
Sense of urgency
Attention to detail
Solution-oriented
Self-starter
Ability to accurately & calmly handle multiple tasks at one time with frequent interruptions
Resourceful in identifying tools, technology, and procedures that can improve results
Verbal and written fluency in the English language
Be available to work extended hours during peak seasons
Follow company policies, procedures, and work standards
Able to work effectively with individuals of differing knowledge and backgrounds
Able to work outside in all weather conditions, lift 50lbs on a regular basis, perform repeated bending and lifting activities throughout the workday, and comfortable with occasional ladder work

Nice To Haves

Certificate or College Degree in horticulture/landscape program
Spanish language - verbal fluency
Irrigation program knowledge

Responsibilities

Assist with preparation of the yard for seasonal color deliveries
Monitor and assist with care of plant materials for installations
Track hard good inventory, tools, and supplies - ensure timely ordering
Receive deliveries on properties and at the shop, remediating missing/incorrect materials
Direct pre-loading of materials for each installation
Layout plant materials onsite for crews according to the installation design plan
Perform installations alongside crews ensuring quality, accuracy, safety, and efficiency
Monitor and address irrigation needs for seasonal color installations
Execute plant replacements and installation adjustments
Perform maintenance on Seasonal Color installations/guide crews on proper maintenance
Provide accurate information for records including job materials, hours, photographs, measurements, and modifications to design plans
Assist with calculating plant quantities for flower beds and bulb plantings
Pre-assemble holiday decor in preparation for installations
Collaborate with the Seasonal Color Manager on program development needs (ex: inventory space, equipment, expansion of services, vendors)
Assist as a member of the garden care team during non-install time periods