What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Maintenance Technician position at Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Training & development
Are you looking for a fulfilling career working outdoors? Miller Creek Lawn and Landscape is a leader in the landscaping industry, providing high-quality services to residential and commercial clients. We specialize in landscape design, installation, and maintenance. We are looking for an experienced Landscape Foreman to lead our crew, ensuring that every project is completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standard of quality. If you love working in a team environment, are passionate about the outdoors, and love seeing beautiful renovations come to fruition, this challenging position is for you!
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.
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.
Qualifications:
- Experience in garden maintenance, landscaping, or a related field (1–2 years).
- Basic training or coursework in horticulture, landscaping, or a related field (preferred).
- 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.
Responsibilities:
Garden Bed Care and Maintenance:
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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 and Transplanting:
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Planting seasonal flowers, shrubs, and other vegetation in garden beds. - Removing and replacing dead or damaged plants.
Mulching and Edging:
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Application of mulch to regulate soil temperature, retain moisture, and improve aesthetics. - Creating and maintaining clean edges around garden beds.
Pest and Disease Management:
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Identifying and addressing common garden pests and diseases.
General Maintenance:
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Ensuring garden beds are free of debris, such as fallen leaves and trash. - Regular watering and monitoring of plant health.
Salary : $20 - $24
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