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PLANTER’S CHOICE (Posted 4/15/19)

Nursery Spray Tech

Duties:

• Scout tree farms and perennial holding yards to identify specific pest issues affecting crop
• Work closely with our spray tech supervisor and tree farm manager to design and implement an integrated pest management (IPM) program
• Perform spraying on tree crops in the field and holding areas, utilizing heavy machinery as needed throughout uneven terrain
• Work with spray tech supervisor and management to track hours and set appropriate scheduling

Requirements:

• Have experience applying pest and weed controls
• Possess a Connecticut operator’s license [PA, 3A or 3D].
• Have experience operating heavy machine such as tractors, skid-steers, and/or front-loaders.
• Have a positive attitude and be able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Have reliable transportation and show up on time ready to work every day.
• Be able to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly in a fast paced environment in all weather conditions up to nine hours a day.

Benefits:

• $20-25/hr., with overtime paid at time and a half
• Access to group health insurance plan
• Paid vacation time, accrued personal days, and 6 paid holidays
• Potential for upward growth within the company

Contact Matt Fitzpatrick mfitzpatrick@planterschoice.com or 203-364-5190

SAM BRIDGE NURSERY & GREENHOUSES (Posted 3/26/19)

Nursery Sales Team Member

Our top 50 garden center is looking for a knowledgeable sales associate to work in our nursery department selling trees and shrubs. Applicants should have prior experience working in a nursery and good working knowledge of ornamental horticulture.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Selling trees and shrubs daily
• Plant staging and maintenance
• Exceptional customer service
• Assisting in shipping and receiving of plant material, some lifting and moving required.
• Pricing new plant material
• Maintaining stock level in nursery yard and display areas, refilling as necessary.
• Watering
• Some data entry required
• Some equipment operation may be required.

Applicants should:

• Be a motivated self-starter
• Be ready to work in a team environment
• Have exceptional communication skills. You should be a people person
• Have prior sales experience
• Have good working knowledge of plants and best management practices in the landscape.
• Be able to lift 50+ lbs.
• Enjoy working outside in a wide variety of weather conditions
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Have good computer skills
• Have prior nursery experience.
• Have education in horticulture.

Job Type: Full-time March – Christmas

Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses, LLC, 437 North Street, Greenwich, CT 06830, (203) 869-3418, maggie@sambridge.com

OUTDOOR INDUSTRIES, Guilford, CT (Posted 3/26/19)

If you are a motivated person with an interest in landscaping and a desire to be part of a well-established successful landscaping business, then don’t miss this great opportunity!

Outdoor Industries, LLC is currently looking to fill positions in all divisions at all skill levels with excellent growth potential. We offer various benefits as well as competitive wages. If you are interested in contributing to making a difference in the green industry please email Kevin@outdoorindustriesllc.com, or call to schedule an appointment with either Mark or Kevin at 203-350-2275.

Outdoor Industries, LLC is a full-service landscape company located in Guilford, CT.  Our services include landscape maintenance, landscape construction, and lawn-care for various clients and properties.  We strive to be the best at what we do and are looking for like-minded people to join our team.  We have a family-like atmosphere that facilitates success of crew members at all levels.  See it all on our website at www.outdoorindustriesllc.com

Company Opportunities:

• Room for growth, promotion and continuing education
• Interesting and engaging work and projects
• Competitive pay
• Health benefits available

Turf Technician Members:

Turf Technician members should have an interest in the greens industry.  Experience is required for this position.  Candidates must have knowledge is all aspects of turf applications.  They should possess an Operator’s license for the State of Connecticut.  Technician members must be hard working, detailed individuals with an enjoyment of the outdoors.  They must be self-starters that are able to work independently.  Must be able to work long hours during busy seasons and in various conditions.  This is a full-time position.  Pay rate range: $18 – $25 per hour.

Position Requirements:

• Able to work both independently and with others
• Able to communicate with clients and account managers
• Able to track and catalog daily applications with accuracy
• Know how to problem solve and develop sound solutions
• Able to convert measurements for turf applications
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Basic mechanical skills for small engines and equipment
• At least 18 years old, and no criminal history
• In good health and able to work outside in various weather
• Able to lift 75-100lbs
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Motivated with a good work ethic and safe work habits
• Able to work overtime

Landscape Crew Leader:

Desired crew leaders must have an interest in both landscape installation and maintenance.  Experience within these areas is required.  Crew leaders must be reliable and hardworking and must enjoy working outdoors. Crew leaders will work with other team members on various landscaping tasks to insure they are completed properly and efficiently. This is a full time working position with overtime during the shoulder months of the season.  Working in various weather conditions is required.  Communication is paramount as crew leaders interact with clients, team members and account managers.  Pay rate range:  $17 – $25 per hour.

Position Requirements:

 Valid driver’s license with clean driving record (CDL is a bonus)

• Landscape/landscape construction experience
• Basic mechanical skills for small engines and equipment
• Experience operating compact construction equipment
• Turf care/pesticide application experience
• Able to assist and work both independently on a team with 2-5 individuals
• Knowledge about various plants and their scheduled maintenance
• At least 18 years old, and no criminal history
• In good health and able to work outside in various weather
• Able to lift 75-100lbs
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Motivated with a good work ethic and safe work habits
• Able to work overtime

ELISE LANDSCAPES & NURSERY, New Canaan CT (Posted 3/12/19)

Crew Leader, Crew and Landscape Mason

Established, professional design and build landscape firm located in New Canaan, CT.  We are adding full time Landscape Masons and Crew Leaders positions to our team.

Crew Leader, Landscape Mason
5 yrs. landscaping experience required in some or all of the following areas:

• Planting from landscape plans
• Experience with a range of plant materials and sizes
• Masonry layout and installation
• Landscape construction machinery
• Property care, knowledge of best horticultural practices

Landscape Foreman

• 3-5 years experience in landscape design and build projects
• Ability to read plans, layout projects from plans
• Experience with large plant material
• High level of interest in general plantings and horticulture, also hardscapes, landscape lighting and irrigation.

Landscape Crew

• Experience in landscaping preferred, but we will train appropriate candidates.
• Planting/ plant care/ landscape construction
• Pruners/knife/t-shirts/sweatshirts/rain gear provided

We offer an attractive work environment and a substantial pay and benefit package including profit sharing, pension plan and 401k.   Established landscape and design business.

Compensation based on industry experience.  Direct experience in the design and build field a plus.  Valid CT drivers license required, CDL license a plus.

Please submit resume in application by email design@eliselandscapes.com or phone 203-966-2304

SUMMER HILL NURSERY (Posted 3/12/19)

Summer Hill Nursery, an established wholesale container nursery is looking for motivated individuals with a strong interest in growing quality plants and working outdoors. The positions are for full time seasonal work. The work is general outdoor field work including potting, weeding, tagging and assisting with pulling orders. Must be able to lift 30+ pounds. These positions are entry level so experience is not required, but is preferred. Compensation is based on experience. Email resume to summerhillnur@aol.com or call 203-421-3055

MADISON EARTH CARE (Posted 3/10/19)

Horticultural Services Assistant Supervisor:

Madison Earth Care is a family-owned company, servicing the CT shoreline with quality landscaping for 47 years. We provide year-round landscape design and maintenance services and are well known in the area for our exceptional quality and customer service.

Basic Job Description: Our Garden Services Department is seeking a FULL-TIME SEASONAL HORTICULTURAL SERVICES ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR. Our crews have a passion for plants and gardening, a deep appreciation of nature and are excited about improving knowledge and skills. We wish to find a assistant supervisor who fits into this environment.

Applicants should possess proficient interpersonal skills as well as more than a basic knowledge of perennials, annuals, herbs, shrubs and gardening techniques. Two years of relevant experience required.

Applicants should be able to participate in a team environment, follow directions but also be able to work independently. The applicant must have an understanding of responsive customer service and be able to perform demanding physical work, lift fifty pounds on a daily basis and work in all weather conditions.

Please send your resume to mecgardenservices@gmail.com or call 203.494.7905.

SAM BRIDGE NURSERY & GREENHOUSES (Posted 2/20/19)

Nursery Sales:

Experienced nursery professional needed at our Fairfield County Top 50 garden center. Duties include selling, receiving, and maintaining nursery stock and outdoor products. The position requires plant knowledge and the ability to assist in moving nursery stock and bulky objects. Experience with equipment, pesticide license, CANP is a plus. This is a full time seasonal position with competitive wages and benefits. Send resume to: ron@sambridge.com or call 203-869-3418

Retail Sales:

Top 50 Garden Center located in Fairfield County, CT is seeking a retail sales associate. Applicants should be happy, outgoing, possess excellent communication skills and have prior sales experience. Computer skills and a willingness to learn are a must. Tasks and duties include but are not limited to: daily customer service, operating an electronic point of sale system, answering phones, keeping sales area clean, assisting with display work and small plantings. This is a full time seasonal position with competitive wages and benefits. Send resume to: kamil@sambridge.com or call (203) 869-3418. 

CHRISTENSEN LANDSCAPE SERVICES (Posted 2/20/19)

Snow Plow Drivers & Shovelers Wanted

Christensen Landscape Services is an established design/build landscape company based in the New Haven County. We have several high end residential and Commercial accounts for the snow season. We are currently seeking help for snow removal during snow storms and after for cleanup. We are looking for Snow plow drivers also, this position will need a CT Drivers Licence. Please call 203-484-0424 or email kim@christensenlandscape.com

MADISON LANDSCAPE & STONE WORK (Posted 2/5/19)

Landscape Positions Available

NATUREWORKS [Posted 2/5/19]