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Position: Flower Container & Plant Health Care Team Lead

Company: JR's Landscape Services

Location: Outside of Morton, IL

Services Areas: Peoria, Peoria Heights, East Peoria, Pekin, Morton, Groveland, Tremont, and the surrounding areas.

Pop Quiz:

• Do you love flowers and working with plants?
• Are you a florist who enjoys creating beautiful designs-but doesn't love standing in one place indoors all day?
• Do you enjoy working outdoors, getting your hands dirty, and seeing your designs come to life in real landscapes?
• Do you take pride in completing tasks efficiently and leading others to do great work?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, JR's Landscape Services may have the perfect career opportunity for you.

JR's Landscape Services is seeking a Flower Container & Plant Health Care Team Lead with floral or container design experience and a strong interest in plant health. This role is ideal for a florist, grower, or plant professional who understands design principles and wants to apply that knowledge in a hands-on, outdoor leadership role-without being stuck inside a shop all day.

Our in-house designer creates the primary container designs. The Team Lead's responsibility is to execute those designs in the field, lead a crew through seasonal installations, and then transition to leading our Plant Health Care (PHC) team during the growing season once installations are complete.

This is a dynamic, field-based leadership role with year-round variety, responsibility, and growth opportunity. This position offers competitive pay based on experience, leadership responsibility, and seasonal performance.

Why JR's Landscape Services

JR's is more than a job-it's a professional career that serves others by helping clients enjoy their outdoor spaces. We create beautiful landscapes where families and loved ones gather outdoors, make memories, and enjoy their time together.

JR's is not a place where you simply show up to work alongside colleagues. It's a culture. A culture built on teamwork, growth, and people who feel like family. We take safety and training very seriously and believe there is always more to learn. That's why we've developed training programs designed to support your personal success and help you grow professionally within the company.

Our team lives out our mission daily-to enhance people's lives, landscapes, and the environment in ways that make people smile-by following our core values of Professional G.R.I.T. Visit our website to learn more about JR's Landscape Services, our mission, and our core values: www.jrslandscapeservices.com

Seasonal Focus of the Role

Container Design & Installation

(Spring, Summer, Fall, Christmas)

• Lead installation of seasonal containers and in-ground floral designs for all four seasons, including winter and Christmas decor
• Efficiently execute designs provided by the designer with precision and care
• Apply floral design principles such as color, texture, scale, and balance in real-world settings
• Make minor design adjustments as needed due to site conditions
• Ensure quality, consistency, and plant health during installation
• Help maintain beautiful properties for clients to enjoy all season long

Plant Health Care Leadership

(Growing Season)

• Lead the Plant Health Care (PHC) team after seasonal installations are complete
• Monitor plant health across client properties
• Identify insects, diseases, and environmental stressors
• Apply treatments according to company standards and training
• Communicate plant health concerns and recommendations to managers and clients
• Maintain accurate service records using company technology

Training will be provided for PHC protocols, pest identification, and treatments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and work alongside field crews
• Coordinate daily job flow and seasonal priorities
• Train team members on planting, care, and PHC best practices
• Communicate clearly with clients, managers, and designers
• Complete digital paperwork, notes, and job documentation
• Follow design plans and time estimates to stay within budget
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional job sites
• Drive company trucks and trailers safely

Physical & Field Requirements

This is an active, hands-on position. Candidates must be able to:

• Lift 25+ lbs. repeatedly
• Be on their feet most of the day
• Kneel, bend, and work at ground level
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Drive a truck and occasionally pull a trailer
• During the winter slow season (January-February), assist with residential snow removal, Christmas/winter decor removal, and planning/designing upcoming seasonal flower arrangements

Qualifications

• Floral design, container design, or horticulture experience required
• Strong knowledge of annuals and seasonal plant material
• Understanding of basic plant health principles
• Ability to identify common insects and diseases (or willingness to learn)
• Leadership or crew lead experience preferred
• Comfortable using mobile technology for documentation and communication
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Benefits

• New Hire Bonus - $1,000
• Competitive compensation with benefits
• Hourly range $20-$27 based on experience and training
• Performance incentives and bonuses
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off plus paid vacation
• Health care reimbursement
• Retirement plan with company match
• Safety equipment provided, plus personal safety allowance
• Majority of weekends off (very few mandatory Saturdays; Sundays always off unless on snow crew)
• Normal work hours are 7:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday
  (Hours may be longer during planting season; overtime pay is provided for all hours over 40)

This Role Is Ideal For Someone Who:

• Comes from a floral, greenhouse, or plant-focused background
• Loves seeing designs come to life in real landscapes
• Enjoys leading people and setting quality standards
• Wants a role that blends design execution, plant care, and leadership
• Thrives with seasonal variety and responsibility
• Can adapt to schedule changes due to weather or team accountability

Ready to play with flowers?... I mean ready to work with flowers?

Apply today!!

Learn more about JR's Landscape Services at www.jrslandscapeservices.com

Apply today and make beautiful flower attraction that make people smile!