Lawn and Plant Health Care Specialist

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. NatureWorks is looking for a Lawn & Plant Health Care Specialist to join our growing team. Whether you already have experience in lawn and plant health care or are looking for an opportunity to learn and build a career in the landscape industry, we want to hear from you. In this role, you will help care for some of the area’s premier residential landscapes by monitoring the health of lawns and plants, identifying potential problems, performing treatments, and recommending solutions that keep our clients’ properties looking and performing their best. Previous lawn or plant health care experience is a plus, but it is not required. We are willing to train a motivated, dependable candidate who is eager to learn. NatureWorks is a nationally recognized, award-winning, full-service landscape company based in Walpole, MA, specializing in high-end residential properties. We believe our people are the foundation of our success, and we place a strong emphasis on teamwork, professional development, and creating a positive work environment. WhatYou’llDo As a Lawn & Plant Health Care Specialist, you will: Perform lawn, plant health care, fertilizer, and other approved applications on assigned properties Monitor lawns and landscapes for overall health and changing care needs Learn to identify common turf, weed, insect, disease, and plant health issues Identify opportunities to improve the appearance and performance of clients’ landscapes Maintain accurate application and service documentation as required Follow all company and regulatory safety procedures and participate in field safety training Properly use and maintain assigned equipment and safety gear Communicate observations, concerns, and opportunities to Account Managers and, when appropriate, directly with clients Complete timesheets, work tickets, safety documentation, and other required administrative tasks Perform other duties as needed to support the team What We Are Looking For Youdon’t need to know everything about lawn and plant health care on your first day. We’re looking for someone with the right attitude, work ethic, and desire to learn. A successful candidate will: Be dependable, responsible, and able to work independently Enjoy working outdoors and take pride in producing high-quality work Have an interest in lawns, plants, horticulture, landscaping, or the outdoors Be willing and able to learn plant identification, pest identification, application techniques, and proper product use Pay attention to details and notice changes or potential problems in a landscape Communicate professionally with teammates, managers, and clients Be comfortable following detailed safety procedures and application instructions Be willing to obtain required licenses or certifications with company support Experience in lawn care, landscaping, horticulture, plant health care, agriculture,groundsmaintenance, ora related fieldis preferred but notrequired. Experience and Education Previous professional lawn care, plant health care, landscaping, horticulture, or pesticide application experience is a plus. No specific number of years of industry experience is required. We are open to candidates with limited experience who demonstrate a strong work ethic, reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. Training will be provided to help the right candidate develop the technical knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the position.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid driver’s license — Required DOT Medical Card — Required or ability to obtain Massachusetts Pesticide License — Preferred; willingness and ability to obtain required Hoisting License — Not required unless needed for assigned responsibilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including: Standing and walking throughout an 8-hour or longer shift Lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds Regularly bending, lifting, stretching, twisting, and reaching Climbing in and out of trucks, equipment, and trailers throughout the workday Working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and throughout the seasons Driving a company vehicle to and from assigned worksites

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The typical workday begins at 6:30 a.m. Why NatureWorks This is an opportunity to do more than simply perform applications. You’ll learn how to evaluate landscapes, recognize problems, make recommendations, and become a trusted resource for our clients and team. For someone newer to the industry, this position offers the opportunity to learn a specialized trade and develop valuable horticultural and plant health care knowledge while working alongside experienced professionals. For an experienced Lawn & Plant Health Care professional, NatureWorks offers the opportunity to bring your existing skills to a company known for maintaining exceptional residential landscapes and delivering a high level of client service. If you’re dependable, enjoy working outdoors, and want to build your knowledge and career, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t meet every preferred qualification listed above. 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) Pay Transparency Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. Position Range:

$24/HR - $28/HR

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. A part of the U.S. Immigration laws protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin. If you have the skills, experience, and legal right to work, your citizenship or immigration status shouldn’t get in the way. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mariani Landscape