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Planted Earth is a distinguished Residential Landscape Contracting and Maintenance company, renowned for working with the region's most talented Landscape Architects. We install and maintain premier landscapes across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C.

Our vision of "Doing Things Better" encompasses superior customer service, exceptional plant material, industry-leading partners, and most importantly, a steadfast commitment to nurturing client relationships.

Visit us athttps://plantedearthlandscaping.com/to learn more and see our portfolio of properties!

We are currently seeking a Seasonal Color Program Assistantwith strong leadershipto help develop our Seasonal ColorProgram.Services within this programcurrentlyincludeplanters, flower beds,bulb plantings,fall/pumpkin displays, and holiday decor.

Applicants should be passionate about plants, design,andthe outdoors. Seasonal color installations occur in a fast-paced,condensedtimeframewhich requiresproactive planning,foresight,attention to detail,and efficiency.The workday involves navigating client properties,acquiringand organizing supplies from vendors, and planning for future installations.Applicants should be comfortable with drivinga large truck/van, working on a ladder up to 12feet,lifting upto 50 lbs, and working in all weather conditions.

We seek candidates who exhibit professionalism and a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of the yard for seasonal color deliveries

• Monitor and assist with care of plant materials for installations

• Track hard good inventory, tools, and supplies - ensure timely ordering

• Receive deliveries on properties and at the shop, remediating missing/incorrect materials

• Direct pre-loading of materials for each installation

• Layout plant materials onsite for crews according to the installation design plan

• Perform installations alongside crews ensuring quality, accuracy, safety, and efficiency

• Monitor and address irrigation needs for seasonal color installations

• Execute plant replacements and installation adjustments

• Perform maintenance on Seasonal Color installations/guide crews on proper maintenance

• Provide accurate information for records including job materials, hours, photographs, measurements, and modifications to design plans

• Assist with calculating plant quantities for flower beds and bulb plantings

• Pre-assemble holiday decor in preparation for installations

• Collaborate with the Seasonal Color Manager on program development needs (ex: inventory space, equipment, expansion of services, vendors)

• Assistas a member of the garden care team during non-install time periods

Qualifications

• Driver's license, with a clean driving record

• Minimum of 3 years in a hands-on horticultural industry role related to landscape installations and care of herbaceous plants

• Aesthetic sense/eye for design

• Prior experience in a fast-paced work environment

• Strong organizational systems

• Sense of urgency

• Attention to detail

• Solution-oriented

• Self-starter

• Ability to accurately & calmly handle multiple tasks at one time with frequent interruptions

• Resourceful in identifying tools, technology, and procedures that can improve results

• Verbal and written fluency in the English language

• Be available to work extended hours during peak seasons

• Follow company policies, procedures, and work standards

• Able to work effectively with individuals of differing knowledge and backgrounds

• Able to work outside in all weather conditions, lift 50lbs on a regular basis, perform repeated bending and lifting activities throughout the workday, and comfortable with occasional ladder work

• Preferred:

• Certificate or College Degree in horticulture/landscapeprogram

• Spanish language - verbal fluency

• Irrigation program knowledge

Benefits

• PaidTime Off

• Bonus Incentive

• Medical, dental,&vision insurance

• 401K with company match

• FSA/HSA

• PerkSpot

• Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

• Uniforms and safetyequipmentprovided