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Mowing Crew Member/Crew Leader
Expectations:
Alfresco Landscapes is a landscape design, build and maintenance company. We specialize in delivering unparalleled landscape results with a skilled team. Crew members are expected to meet or exceed the company expectations and guidelines for quality work.
Requirements:
Efficiently and effectively operate a variety of vehicles and equipment including zero turn commercial lawn mowers, gas powered line trimmer, stick edgers, and Hurricane blowers.
Snow Plow experience beneficial but not required.
Physical Requirements:
Outside work environment; various weather conditions.
Some heavy lifting.
Professional appearance.
Benefits:
Competitive wages
Full year employment available
Paid vacation and holiday pay
Benefit package including Aflac, life insurance, retirement, uniforms options
Advancement, training, and development opportunities available.
Brought to you by:
- Alfresco LandscapesGrand RapidsGrand Rapids, MI
Customer Service & Administrative Assistant
Customer Service & Administrative Assistant Job Description:
Position includes answering the telephone, working with clients to schedule services, answer questions, and assist in resolving issues. Responsible for data entry in QuickBooks Online and
Service Auto Pilot Maintenance Software. Work as a liaison between clients and both
management and maintenance team leaders. Create and organize with accuracy all job files,
paperwork, and accounting files and systems.
Responsibilities:- Office operations; supply orders, answering phones, mail management
- Initial contact with customers via telephone in a professional manner representing thecompany values and quality standards.
- Data entry for accounts receivable and payable.
- Creating and organizing customer files.
- Scheduling and managing Maintenance Services.
- Creating and filing completion reports & insuring completion and accuracy of staterequired chemical reports.
- Manage customer service email accounts
- Prepare and make bank deposits
- Reconcile bank and credit card statements
- Process credit card payments
Skills &Qualifications:
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, QuickBooks and other PC-based
- applications
- Ability to learn responsibilities quickly and develop operations and procedures
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Courteous and able to maintain professional appearance and manner
- Demonstrated ability to treat confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Demonstrated professionalism, flexibility, and accuracy in all aspects of work
- Ability to gracefully multitask with deadlines and frequent interruptions in a fast pacedenvironment.
- Intuitive and comfortable taking initiative
- Ability to be self-directed, work independently, and as part of a team
- Organized
- Strong, accurate data entry skills
- Able to meet deadlines without supervision
Brought to you by: - S & T Lawn Service, Inc.
Landscape Maintenance Manager
S&T Lawn Service Inc. is seeking a Year-Round position of Lawn Maintenance Manager to help run the Maintenance Division of a Full Service Landscape Company in Kalamazoo, MI. We are seeking a high energy, self motivated individual to Supervise the Mowing, Fertilization, Prunning, Aeration and Specialty operations, along with assistance in Snow Removal. The position includes Estimating, Supervision of multiple crews, Daily Scheduling, and Billing Assistance of common maintenance services within the Landscape Industry.
The ideal candidate will have great communication, have/be able to achieve a Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator license, have experience/knowledge in Turfgrass Weeds and Diseases, Fertilizer programs, and State Regulations. Having knowledge or experience with common Turfgrass equipment and sprayers are recommended.
Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel and Service Autopilot (routing and client info software) would be a plus.
Brought to you by: Lawn Care Technician
Summary:
The Lawn Care Technician is responsible for overseeing Fertilizer and Pesticide Application to Commercial and Residential lawns and plant material. Opportunity for full time work year around in snow removal.
Core Capabilities:
- Customer and quality focus
- Effective communication skills
- Team work
- Excellent problem solving abilities
- Responsibility and dependability
- Ethics and integrity
- Safe and Responsible Driving
- Ability to work independently
Requirements:
- Chauffeurs license or willingness to obtain one
- Pesticide Applicators License or willingness to obtain one
- Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
- Time management skills
- Speak, read, and write English
- Carry and use a smart phone or data-enabled device for communication and reporting
Brought to you by:- Washtenaw Community CollegeAnn Arbor, MI
Grounds Maintenance Technician
Why Join WCC?
Washtenaw Community College (WCC), located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in one of America’s top college cities, is a mission-driven organization focused on student success that offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits program.- An inclusive, welcoming environment for our students, faculty & staff
- Affordable & Comprehensive Health, Dental, Life & Vision Insurance
- 1:1 Employer Match for Retirement
- WCC Tuition paid for you AND your dependents
- Check out even more of our Total Rewards here
As a member of the WCC team, you’ll enjoy a generous retirement savings plan, affordable and comprehensive health, wellness and dental insurance, significant paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time and free tuition reimbursement for employees and eligible dependents.
Position Summary:
The Grounds Maintenance Technician is certified in landscape techniques and skills, and responsible for the overall maintenance of the landscape and grounds of the college. This position is also accountable for maintenance of the campus athletic fields, irrigation systems, waste handling, outdoor campus events and set ups, as well as snow/ice control.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Performs the planting, cultivation, propagation, pruning, and care of turf, annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, etc.
• Instructs, demonstrates, and shares knowledge with grounds maintenance personnel in proper maintenance techniques, use of equipment, and expertise from designated Landscape Industry Certified module of certification.
• Properly identify plant materials, and remove undesirable plant species from ornamental planting beds by hand or with the use of appropriate equipment.
• Drives tractors, operates heavy power equipment rented or owned by the college.
• Performs tree trimming, minor site construction projects, and assists other Facilities Departments in site related special assignments.
• Remove snow from walkways, drives, paths, and parking lots by hand and with plow trucks, power brooms, snow blowers and heavy equipment.
• Maintain athletic fields, courts, and related amenities by grading, mowing, chalking, painting, and setting up equipment for practices, games, and other scheduled uses.
• Completes various setups for outdoor campus events, displays, and banner installations.
• Completes the installation, repairs, excavation, and preventative maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Prepares, and maintains records, reports, recommendations, etc., including maintenance logs /inspections, irrigation programs, and revisions to campus site drawings.
• Monitor, maintain, and repair concrete and asphalt hard surfaces by cleaning, painting, cold patching, etc. and maintain underground domestic water, storm water, and sewer drains as needed.
• May make recommendations for the selection of grounds equipment and materials.
• Maintains tools and equipment in clean working order.
• Assists with disposal of refuse and debris to maintain campus in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Maintain exterior signage, nature trails, outdoor seating, and related site amenities.
• Identify and report any damage, unsafe conditions, deterioration, or needed repairs to campus grounds or property.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance on campus is required for this position.
Hours/Schedule:
This position will work 40 hours per week. Schedule dependent on college need, and union bargaining agreement. All shifts are posted up to twice a year for requested shift preference. Landscape and Grounds shifts will begin the first pay period of April and November, and include a day shift and an afternoon shift.
Work Environment:
• Ability to work in a typical garage or high bay facility, with potential to encounter wind drafts, dust, exhaust fumes (gas/diesel), and spikes in noise levels due to equipment or tool use.
• Ability to work outside in various types of weather, including inclement conditions for extended periods.
Physical Demands:
• Physically capable of walking over uneven surfaces, bending and kneeling for long stretches of time, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting 50 pounds from floor level to at least waist high.
• Ability to lift, pull, and use pushing motions, in repetition, with tools, materials, and landscape equipment from light to heavy in weight.Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Equivalent of five (5) years, recent, full time paid work experience in Grounds Maintenance.
• Possess and maintain certification by National Association of Landscape Professionals as a Landscape Industry Certified Technician in a minimum of one specialty designation as administered by the Michigan Green Industry Association (MGIA).
• Thorough knowledge of landscape and grounds maintenance principles, practices, techniques, and materials.
• Experience with installation, repairs, excavation, and preventative maintenance of irrigation systems.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally, in writing, and electronically.
• Ability to utilize various computer software programs for digital work order system, and Microsoft Office components for email, training, and documentation.
• Ability to lift and transport fifty (50) pounds and climb ladders with or without assistance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain fork lift and aerial lift certification.
• Possess and maintain a valid state issued Driver’s License and Chauffer’s License.
• Previous knowledge of grounds maintenance equipment and demonstrated ability to operate power tools and power vehicles such as; snowplows, snow blowers, salt spreaders, and power brooms.
• Ability to interact with clients, co-workers and management in a positive, supportive and cooperative way.Additional Preferred Qualifications:
• Landscape and Grounds paid work experience at a higher education facility or school.
• Licensed by State of Michigan as a Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator in Categories 3A, 3B and 6.
• Associates degree or successful completion of courses, concentrated in Landscape and Turfgrass Management, Horticulture, Arboriculture, or related to Grounds Maintenance.
• Desire to work outdoors, and a passion for a successful green industry career.
*Anticipated start date for this position is in accordance with trail period endingOur college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.
Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our diverse community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment.Please apply directly on our website: https://jobs.wccnet.edu/postings/12464
Brought to you by: Landscape Crew Member/Foreman
Connecting with people through outdoor living spaces since 1987!
Stout Creek Landscapes is a full service landscape construction firm located in Belmont Michigan.
We are looking for reliable team members with positive attitudes and a rock solid work ethic! Experience is a plus but not essential as we are willing and able to train you in our processes as you grow with our company.
This is not just a "summer job". We are excited to build long term relationships with high performing team members! We have invested heavily in our team through developing sound processes, providing training opportunities with industry leaders, and making high quality equipment purchases based on our team member's feedback.
"Work hard play hard" At Stout Creek Landscapes we value our time away from work as well as our time at work and our long term compensation packages reflect those values.
If you have an ownership mindset and are ready for a fulfilling career in the landscape industry we would love to talk with you.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Brought to you by:- Alfresco LandscapesGrand Rapids, MI
Landscape Designer/Architect – Sales
Landscape Designer and Sales personnel manage the landscape design and install projects from the initial customer contact through design and installation. Responsible to act as the liaison between the client and the Landscape Foreman insuring instructions for project execution are completed to customer expectation, company values and quality standards.
Responsibilities:
· Qualify and manage leads and produce additional new customer leads
· Meet with clients on site to discuss and determine the needs of each client.
· Analyze and measure potential project site.
· Create and develop landscape designs, hand drawn or CAD.
· Create estimates to execute work.
· Review project design and estimate with senior designers prior to customer presentation.
· Present prepared designs and proposals to the client in person with effective, professional communication.
· Coordinate all aspects of the project; working with the various team members as necessary; purchasing,
accounting, foreman and crews.
· Ensure job costs and subcontractor costs are competitive and within budget as proposed.
· On site management of the project to ensure proper execution as designed.
·Communicate with client regarding project changes, estimate, and execute in a timely fashion.
· Complete a final walk through with client when installation is complete.
· Complete a project cost review and prepare final invoicing report for accounting.
Skills & Qualifications:
· Degree in Horticulture or Landscape Architecture - required
· Landscape sales, design, estimating, construction, or management experience - 3 years minimum
· Knowledge of plants (USDA Hardiness Zone 5), landscape installation and maintenance.
· CGIP Certification - preferred
· Proficient in or able to learn company estimating software
· Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record - required
· Enthusiastic and self motivated
· Superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, able to represent the company in a professional
manner.Brought to you by: - Alfresco LandscapesGrand RapidsGrand Rapids, MI
Irrigation Manager/Installer
Expectations:
Alfresco Landscapes is a landscape design, build and maintenance company. We specialize in delivering unparalleled landscape results with a skilled team. Crew members are expected to meet or exceed the company expectations and guidelines for quality work.
Requirements:
Irrigation installation and service experience.
Drain tile, underground installation.
Knowledge of plumbing tools, pipe sizing, and relative equipment and supplies.
Construction equipment operation experience preferred.
Troubleshooting skills
English language required; Spanish/English beneficial but not required.
State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License required. Maintain a clean arrest and driving record with means of transportation to/from work.
Year round positions available with snow plow experience.
Physical Requirements:
Outside work environment.
Heavy lifting.
Professional appearance.
Benefits:
Sign On Bonus * qualifications required
Competitive wages
Full year employment available
Paid vacation and holiday pay
Benefit package including Aflac, life insurance, retirement, uniforms options
Advancement, training, and development opportunities available.Brought to you by: - Alfresco LandscapesGrand RapidsGrand Rapids, MI
Landscape/Hardscape Crew Member
Alfresco Landscapes is a landscape design, build and maintenance company. We specialize in delivering unparalleled landscape results with a skilled team. Crew members are expected to meet or exceed the company expectations and guidelines for quality work.
Requirements:
Experience with landscape design install including hardscape/landscapes, irrigation and maintenance required.
Working knowledge of standard horticultural practices; planting, pruning, corrective pruning and fertilizing.
Construction equipment operation experience preferred.
English language required; Spanish/English beneficial but not required.
State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License required. Maintain a clean arrest and driving record with means of transportation to/from work.
State of Michigan Pesticide Applicators License; Core, 3A, 3B preferred but not required
Michigan Certified Nurseryman; beneficial but not required.
Physical Requirements:
Outside work environment.
Heavy lifting.
Professional appearance.
Sign on BONUSBrought to you by: Snow Plow Operator
Are you looking to join a Premier Landscape, Lawn, & Snow Plowing Company? Do you enjoy the outdoors? Do you want a career with advancement? We have what you are looking for.
We are currently seeking a Snow Plow Operator with multiple options with YEAR round employment. $1000.00 Sign on BONUS.
NO DAYTIME Snow Plowing.
The Qualified Snowplow Operator is responsible for "Making a Positive Impact” by the completion of quality snow plowing projects in a safe, professional, and efficient manner. This position works as a member of the crew with minimal supervision to finish assigned tasks and then helping others when needed.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensures that all services are completed within the appropriate time, to customer specifications and company
standards.
- Reads and interprets mobile maps and mobile routes to provide accurate service.
- Works independently and communicates with a Group Leader by phone.
- Completes and submits paperwork (details, job hours, materials, etc.) to Group Leader after each event in a
timely and accurate manner.
- Operate trucks with front/back plows.
- Operate skid loader (Skid Steer)
- Must be on-time, on-call, and dependable throughout the entire season.
- Abide by company guidelines and safety policies.
- Notifies Crew Leader of any needed equipment repairs.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be 18+ years old.
- Valid Michigan drivers license is required.
- Clean MVR is required.
- Must possess knowledge and operational skills to operate a truck with a front & rear snow plow systems.
- Must possess knowledge and operational skills to operate a skid loader (skid steer)
- Friendly attitude.
- Ability to work extended hours
Full Time Year round work schedule available. (If you need a year round career)
Compensation based on experience.Brought to you by: