Landscape Maintenance Crew Member

Ables Landscapes, an award-winning landscape company with over 45 years of experience in Charleston, SC, is seeking a dedicated Fine Gardening and Landscape Maintenance Crew Member. As part of a team committed to creating beautiful outdoor living spaces, this role offers the opportunity to work with industry leaders in design, build, and maintenance services. Ables Landscapes stands out for its strong mission-driven culture, supportive team environment, and commitment to employee growth and well-being. Join a company that values excellence, integrity, and connecting people to the beauty of the outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Landscape Maintenance, Account Managers, and Crew Leader to maintain client properties to the highest standards.
• Operate small engine equipment and tools, including weed eaters, blowers, lawn mowers, and hedge trimmers, to perform landscape maintenance tasks.
• Assist with detailed gardening duties such as hand-pruning, installing and maintaining small shrubs and perennials, watering, mulching, and fertilizing.
• Communicate effectively with the Crew Leader to coordinate daily tasks and foster professional growth.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers through excellent service and attention to detail.
• Follow established daily maintenance routes and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience using landscape maintenance equipment and tools safely and effectively.
• Basic knowledge of horticulture and plant care.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work consistently as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and align with the company’s mission and values.

Compensation

Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits

• Standard paid holidays after 90 days
• 401(k) with 4% company match after six months
• Health insurance available after 90 days, with 80% of employee premium paid
• Separate dental, vision, and life insurance plans available
• $25,000 life insurance policy provided
• One week paid vacation after six months; two weeks after one year; additional vacation days each year up to four weeks
• Two annual personal/sick days
• Free MUSC Telemedicine for employees and discounted access for families
• Quarterly employee events, including picnics and holiday parties
• Regular dream sessions with a Dream Manager to support personal and professional growth
• Access to Babbel language learning service
• 50% financial assistance for approved mission trips
• 80% coverage for counseling services