Team Leader - Garden Care

Work With The Best

We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a "family of family companies" across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country's largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.

Job Overview

The Garden Care Team Member plays a key role in maintaining and enhancing the beauty and health of our clients' landscapes throughout the seasons. This is a hands-on position ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, take pride in detailed work, and are eager to learn about plant care and landscape maintenance. Team Members work under the direction of a Team Leader and contribute to seasonal services including spring and fall cleanups, as well as ongoing summer garden maintenance.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Lead and direct daily garden care operations at assigned properties
• Perform and supervise garden maintenance including pruning, edging, weeding, mulching, debris removal, and plant care
• Monitor plant health and communicate concerns to the Production Manager as needed
• Load, unload, and transport tools, materials, and debris
• Train and coach team members on proper horticultural practices and equipment use
• Provide constructive feedback and reinforce attention to detail with team members
• Oversee crew time tracking, including clock in/out procedures
• Coordinate and release materials as needed for each site
• Ensure all work meets company quality standards prior to leaving each property
• Maintain a clean, organized truck and trailer
• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding job progress, challenges, and material needs
• Operate tools and equipment safely and enforce all safety guidelines and company procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma (degree in horticulture recommended).
• Demonstrate professionalism and strong communication skills with clients, team members, and management
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and pride in workmanship
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Ability to lift heavy materials and perform physically demanding work
• Reliable attendance and ability to work long days as project schedules require
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions, including heat and humidity
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, lift, and work on uneven surfaces and terrain
• Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver's License. A CDL with class C endorsement is preferred.

The Perks

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA/HSA
• PerkSpot
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers can only E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.