Experienced Gardener Wanted

3213 W. Wheeler St., Seattle WA

Description

Elemental Landscapes, Inc. is looking for an experienced Lead Gardener who is passionate about working in the green industry. We are a licensed & bonded General Contractor so in addition to providing eco-friendly Fine Gardening services we also provide Design/Build services for small/medium sized yard renovations. We are a RainWise Contractor through Seattle Public Utilities so we also install Rain Gardens & Cisterns. The starting wage is $21/hr for a 2-week trial period, then $23/hr after that. The ideal applicants will have earned their AA in Horticulture and have at least 2 years experience working for a reputable landscaping company (references required). DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Work outdoors as the leader of a 2-3 person crew in varying weather conditions maintaining residential clients’ yards by deadheading their annuals & perennials, weeding & raking beds, watering & fertilizing plants as needed, mulching beds and pruning trees & shrubs when it’s seasonally appropriate to do so. - Install new plants, especially during the Fall & Spring planting seasons. - Install drip irrigation systems. - Experience with outdoor construction is a plus but not required. - Meet all deadlines while maintaining high standards. - Follow daily timekeeping & recordkeeping procedures. REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS - Ability to identify common garden plants (including weeds). - Knowledge of proper pruning techniques. - Knowledge of proper planting techniques. - Ability to operate gas-powered line trimmers, chainsaws, leaf blowers and hedge trimmers. - Must be at least 20 years old. - Must have a reliable vehicle, a valid Driver’s License & a relatively clean driving record. - Must be able to pass a background check. - Must be able to stand, bend, squat, kneel, and use a shovel for extended periods of time and lift up to 60 pounds. BENEFITS & PERKS - After a 90-day probation period, we offer 1 week of paid personal leave/sick time per year and flexible unpaid leave time during the summer & winter (spring & fall are our busy times so we need all hands on deck). - A company truck will be provided after the 90-day probation period. - We offer paid opportunities to attend educational lectures & seminars throughout the year. - We encourage our employees to obtain their Certified Professional Horticulturist certifications through the WA State Nursery & Landscape Association (WSNLA) and will reimburse employees for the associated costs once they pass. Wages will go up accordingly with achievement of the certification.