Seasonal Color Assistant

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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.

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We are currently seeking a Seasonal Color Program Assistant with strong leadership to help develop our Seasonal Color P rogram. Services within this program currently include planters, flower beds, bulb plantings, fall / pumpkin displays, and holiday decor.

Applicants should be passionate about plants, design, and the outdoors. Seasonal color installations occur in a fast-paced, condensed timeframe which requires proactive planning, foresight, attention to detail, and efficien cy. The workday involves navigating client properties, acquiring and organizing supplies from vendors, and planning for future installations. Applicants should be comfortable with driving a large truck /van, working on a ladder up to 1 2 feet, lifting up to 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)

Assist as 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 /landscape program

Spanish language - verbal fluency

Irrigation program knowledge

Benefits

Paid Time 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 safety equipment provided

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:

$23/HR - $30-/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.

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.