Earthscapes is a well-established landscape company, and we have been serving the Central Coast for over 30 years. We are looking to fill a part-time position in our landscape maintenance department working four days per week. We are looking for someone who has a positive attitude and is self-motivated, knowledgeable, hardworking, honest and dependable with good communication skills.
The ideal applicant should have the following qualifications:
Minimum 3 years landscape maintenance experience
Valid drivers license and clean DMV record
The ability to read, write and speak English, and be able to complete job related paperwork
We are looking for a Landscape Maintenance Specialist to work on a team or individually providing high-quality maintenance services for our clients. We perform our tasks from a horticultural perspective, and we are looking for the right individual to join our team who can offer their current knowledge and skills, or we will train the right individual. Our broad knowledge base and horticultural skills are what set us apart from the average landscape maintenance service. We practice IPM (Integrated Pest Management) and use organic pesticides and fertilizers whenever possible to keep our landscapes healthy and beautiful.
Job Duties and Responsibilities for the Maintenance Specialist position:
Knowledge of plant material and their proper maintenance, which includes pruning trees and shrubs, mowing and edging lawns, deadheading flowers, cutting back perennials, trimming hedges, grooming succulents, and fertilizing plants as needed
Diagnosing disease and pest problems and offering appropriate solutions
Proficient use of battery powered landscape equipment and tools, including hedge trimmers, string trimmers, chain saws and blowers, mower
Knowledge of irrigation systems and ability to make minor repairs and installations
The ability to keep accurate records of time and work completed
We work a regular four day/8 hours a day schedule from 8:30am – 5:00pm: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Compensation:
Competitive pay starting at $22-30/hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Paid time off and paid sick leave benefits are available after 90 days of employment
Please email your resume and references to: cyndi@earthscapes.biz
(Important – Please include your phone number)
Or mail your resume, references and phone number to:
Earthscapes
PO Box 6869
Los Osos, CA 93412
Or call: (805) 545-9600
