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Landscape Crew Leaders supervise and work as part of a crew. Work is done outside, in all weather, so come prepared.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Working in all areas of the Landscaping Department, including landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Pond installation and assist with hardscape.
• Supervise personnel to oversee work in progress.
• Provide training assistance on basic/fundamental landscaping practices.
• Know common plants by name and where to find information on those that are unfamiliar.
• Be familiar with the names and requirements of all plants within client properties.
• Plant, trim, spray, mow, weed, fertilize, sweep, rake, cultivate, dig, water, shovel or plow snow, remove ice, spread salt and/or sand and other related functions.
• Know and utilize the proper planting techniques.
• Know and utilize proper pruning techniques including timing based on species.

Qualifications:

Good health with adequate strength and endurance to perform the work as there are the following on a regular basis: move heavy objects, lift, stand, kneel, bend, stoop and crouch.

• Verbal ability to communicate effectively with subordinates.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze, organize and delegate.
• Ability to assign, supervise, and review work of a landscape crew.
• Ability to understand machinery and techniques to insure safe, sanitary and effective operation of the grounds equipment and facilities and basic maintenance of same.
• Ability to work to standards and regulations set by applicable local, state, and federal codes and agencies.
• Knowledge of landscape principles, practices, landscape design and of landscape related construction: shelters, sidewalks, planters, irrigation, etc.
• Working knowledge of trees, shrubs, and groundcovers, their establishment, maintenance and proper use.
• Working knowledge of soils and amendments.
• Will hold or be able to obtain a Maine Landscape & Nursery Association Professional Landscaper Certificate within one year of hire.
• Willingness to learn from others and to take direction.
• Educational Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED

Additional Requirements:

• Prior industry experience
• Clean driving record

Landscapers work as part of a crew. Work is done outside, in all weather, so come prepared.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Working in all areas of the Landscaping Department, including landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Pond installation and assist with hardscape.
• Know common plants by name and where to find information on those that are unfamiliar.
• Plant, trim, spray, mow, weed, fertilize, sweep, rake, cultivate, dig, water, shovel or plow snow, remove ice, spread salt and/or sand and other related functions.

Qualifications:

• Good health with adequate strength and endurance to perform the work as there are the following on a regular basis: move heavy objects, lift, stand, kneel, bend, stoop and crouch.
• Knowledge of the safe use of hand tools and power equipment necessary in landscaping.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Will hold or be able to obtain a Maine Landscape & Nursery Association Professional Landscaper Certificate within one year of hire.
• Willingness to learn from others and to take direction.
• Educational Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED
• Additional Requirements:
• Clean driving record

Only Hardscapers with at least 5 years of experience need apply. Hardscapers work as part of a landscape crew. Work is done outside, in all weather, so come prepared.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Lay common building materials (natural or artificial) to construct or repair walls, walkways, patios, etc.
• Construct outdoor structures including fireplaces and chimneys with industry common materials.
• Accurately measuring for material needs.
• Proper mixing techniques and application of mortar with appropriate tools.
• Pond installation.
• Training and guiding temporary or seasonal employees in basic work methods and safety issues.
• Assist landscape department in activities typical of the industry.

Qualifications:

• Good health with adequate strength and endurance to perform the work as there are the following on a regular basis: move heavy objects, lift, stand, kneel, bend, stoop and crouch.
• Working knowledge of all types of stone, rigging techniques, color matching, mortar matching, cutting and shaping techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers.
• Ability to analyze, organize and delegate.
• Ability to assign, supervise and review work of a crew.

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Five years experience in the masonry field

Additional Requirements:

• Clean driving record