Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced landscaper to join the team at a private, family-owned estate, where warmth, care, and attention to detail are at the heart of everything we do. The family is deeply engaged with the beauty and serenity of their surroundings and values the personal touch that each team member brings to the estate.
As the landscaper, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the natural beauty of the grounds. The family places a strong emphasis on sustainability and organic growing practices, and you will help bring their vision of an environmentally responsible, lush, and tranquil outdoor environment to life. From tending to organic gardens to promoting biodiversity, your work will contribute to a landscape that not only reflects the family's aesthetic values but also their deep commitment to environmental stewardship.
This position requires a unique combination of horticultural expertise, a passion for sustainable landscaping, and an ability to cultivate a warm, personal connection with the estate's owners. You will be part of a close-knit team that shares the family's dedication to creating a serene, eco-friendly haven.
Key Responsibilities
Landscape Design and Installation:
- Develop and implement comprehensive schedules for seasonal maintenance.
- Designed and installed new landscaped areas and hardscapes.
- Select suitable plants, trees, and seeds based on aesthetics, climate, and environmental factors.
Garden Care and Maintenance:
- Implement integrated fertility, pest, and disease management methods using organic processes and products.
- Monitor and enhance soil health through amendments, composting, and mulching.
- Maintain detailed records of plant care activities, utilizing photos, notes, and maps.
- Address plant diseases, pests, and nutrient deficiencies promptly.
- Execute timely replacements for damaged or dead plants.
- Regularly inspect and clean outdoor spaces, including hardscapes, pathways, patios, and seating areas.
- Clear leaves, snow, and debris to maintain a neat environment.
- Manage the maintenance of tools and equipment.
Sustainable Water and Property Management:
- Oversee water consumption and address leaks and repairs promptly.
- Establish efficient watering schedules according to seasonal needs for water conservation.
- Advocate for sustainable, regenerative land management practices.
- Prioritize proper composting or recycling of organic matter.
- Maintain open communication with the Principals, aligning with their needs, core values, and creative landscaping ideas.
- Work collaboratively with the team to achieve property goals.
- Contribute actively to staff meetings and participate in property strategic/design planning.
- Maintain meticulous records of financial expenditures and input them into accounting software.
Flexibility for additional responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of landscaping experience, preferably with knowledge of organic plant management and native plant species.
- Education in Horticulture, Arboriculture, or related fields; certifications are a plus.
- Ability to work independently, eager to learn, and accept responsibility.
- Strong time management, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions, lift 50+ lbs., and be active for extended periods.
- Availability for flexible work hours, including weekends and early mornings/evenings.
- Polite, flexible, self-motivated, and a strong team player.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective communication skills and professionalism.
- Comfortable working in a family environment with children and pets.
- Reliable transportation.
We are an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.