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Job
Openings:
Madeline George Landscape & Garden
Design, located in Boise, Idaho, is pleased to
announce that it is expanding its operations with the opening
of a boutique, design-driven retail nursery in April 2012.
We are a growing, creative, fast-paced team focused on helping
people create stylish and sustainable outdoor living environments.
This is a unique opportunity to be involved in the establishment
of a retail nursery, and as such, the Company is seeking creative,
energetic, customer-focused and operations-minded individuals
to join Madeline George.
Position: Retail Nursery Manager
Position Type: Full-time, reports to General Manager
Salary: Commensurate with experience; benefits
For more information on the retail nursery manager position,
please click here.
Position: Retail Nursery Staff Positions (currently 4
openings)
Position Type: Full-time and Part-time, Seasonal positions; report
to Retail Nursery Manager
Salary: Commensurate with experience; benefits
For more information on the retail nursery staff positions,
please click here.
Nursery Manager, Landon’s Greenhouse
and Nursery, Sheridan, Wyoming
Landon’s Greenhouse is looking for a Nursery Manager. Successful
applicant will genuinely enjoy working with people and plants
in a fast paced retail environment.
“Must have” qualifications include:
. Excellent written and oral communications skills
. Positive, friendly, approachable attitude and presentation
. Good physical condition capable of lifting 80# up to 4’
. High proficiency with Microsoft Excel
. High-energy, enthusiastic, get-it-done work ethic, with motivation
to advance to upper management and/or ownership position
“Gee wouldn’t it be nice” qualifications include:
. Three to five years’ prior experience dealing with the
public on a day-to-day basis in a retail establishment, preferably
in the nursery industry
. Knowledge of Rocky Mountain regional woody plant material specific
to Zone 3/Zone 4
. Horticulture-related educational degree
. Prior supervisory experience
Key Position Responsibilities include:
. Order nursery stock for retail sales; coordinate product mix,
product sizing, shipment deliveries, and pricing
. Work directly with customers to select trees and shrubs and
advise customers on plant problems/resolution and plant identification
. Safely execute physically demanding aspects of the job including
lifting and loading trees and shrubs into customer vehicles, moving
plants and other merchandise, shoveling, raking, pruning, potting,
etc.
. Build Excel spreadsheet product schedules, supplies schedules,
and other computerized tools to facilitate and manage the operation
of the nursery department
. Manage the facilities and grounds on an 8-acre garden center
location. Ensure the property appearance is professional, neat
and clean. Coordinate facility and equipment repair/maintenance
activities with internal staff or external service providers
. Maintain crop health by monitoring, fertilizing, and treating
insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides as needed. This includes
routine spraying in the garden center greenhouse.
. Operate tractors, forklifts, loaders, and other equipment.
Benefits:
. Compensation DOE
. Full-year wages/salary with opportunity for significant paid
time off
. Health insurance
. Retirement
. Bonuses depending on company performance
. Employee discounts
For more information about Landon’s Greenhouse, visit us
at www.landonsgreenhouse.com.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume and
references to Wayne Gray at cm@landonsgreenhouse.com, fax to 307-673-6323,
or mail to Landon’s Greenhouse, 56 Landon Lane, Sheridan,
Wyoming, 82801.
Serious applicants only, please. 12/11
Franz Witte Nursery in Boise:
Nursery Purchasing Manager - Boise Location:
Summary of Position: To ensure that the Nursery
Division provides the best products and customer service to our
customers and generates sales for each year’s goals in revenue
and profitability. See
the full job description. To Apply Send Resume &
Coverletter to Sara Cimbalik at sara.c@franzwitte.com
Enhancements Services Manager - Boise
Location
Summary of Position: To execute & increase sales of the Enhancement
Services Department (ESD) under the
Nursery Division along with promoting Blooming Sensations potting
soil. Provide customer service to
target sales so that each year’s goals in revenue and profitability
are met. See
the full job description. To Apply Send Resume &
Coverletter to Sara Cimbalik at sara.c@franzwitte.com
Retail Nursery Manager
- Boise Location
Retail Manager in the Boise Nursery. This position is responsible
for managing retail sales staff, full time, seasonal. Need background/knowledge
in horticulture and industry experience. Must have desire to be
forward thinking and to excel while working for the “Coolest
Company Ever”.
See the full job description. To Apply Send Resume
& Coverletter to Sara Cimbalik at sara.c@franzwitte.com
Residential Designer/Project Manager -Want
to work for the coolest Landscape and Nursery company…ever?
We are looking for an energetic, talented designer/project manager
who is willing to work on exciting projects in Boise and McCall.
Please send resume to jay@franzwitte.com or call 208-630-3226.
Landscape and Irrigation
Supervisor / Foreman- Franz Witte Landscape is
seeking experienced Landscape Supervisor(s) to join our team of
professionals in Boise and McCall. Must have a minimum of 5 years
experience, certifications (CLT and/or ICPI, etc.) are preferred.
Knowledge of irrigation layout and installation, planting, retaining
walls, and hardscape installation is necessary.
Requirements: Valid Drivers License, Pass pre-employment drug
test as well as random tests, Ability to travel for work when
necessary, Manage paperwork, crews, materials and equipment in
an efficient manner, Operate equipment, Work 50+ hours when necessary.
Employer provides health insurance, Paid time off, retirement
matching program, employee discounts following preliminary employment
period. Please call 208-853-0808 if interested in employment and
email resumes to:info@franzwitte.com.
Landscape Construction
Supervisor -Our
Mission: “To be the coolest landscape and nursery company
… ever!” Are you interested in, or have experience
with retaining walls, brick pavers, water features, planting,
irrigation systems and the various equipment used to install these
items to transform a landscape into something truly special? If
you are a motivated team player wanting to grow and be a part
of an established landscape firm with nearly 40 years of creating
beauty in both commercial and residential landscapes, we are a
growing company with 75+ people and we need you. We offer hourly
plus time and a half overtime, medical benefits, matching retirement
contributions, and other great perks. You must be 18 years of
age to apply. You may apply in person at 9770 W. State St. or
530 Highway S., McCall, Idaho. You may also apply at www.franzwitte.com
or you may email jay@franzwitte.com. NO PHONE CALLS BEFORE APPLYING,
PLEASE. 1/11
1/12
Junior Account Manager in Landscape Management
at Summer Lawns
Summer Lawns Inc. is accepting applications for a position as
a Junior Account Manager in our Landscape Management Division.
POSITION SUMMARY: Management of a portfolio of Commercial Landscape
Maintenance Accounts. Account Managers must have a strong work
ethic, enjoy interacting with the public, and must possess the
necessary communication skills to oversee and manage multiple
clients.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
• Manage Crew Leaders and Gardeners of job site duties such
as: mowing, edging, weeding, blowing, removal of landscape debris,
and pruning utilizing trained company techniques.
• Communication, Scheduling, Demonstrate Leadership, and
Problem Solve employee and client issues.
• Be prepared to perform any type of work asked of you from
clerical work to irrigation repairs.
POSITION EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Must have at least 2-3 years of Hands on experience with
irrigation, Landscape Maintenance and Chemical applications, etc.
• Ability to operate commercial power equipment such as:
Walk behind and Riding lawn mowers, string trimmers, edgers, blowers
etc. is a must
• Education in Horticulture, Landscape Management, and Industry
Certifications etc. is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.
• Must be able to safely maneuver a truck and trailer to
and from jobsite(s).
• Must be able to effectively understand and communicate
with crew members.
• Possess an Idaho Drivers License and a clean driving record
PAY AND BENEFITS – Year round position for the right person.
Salaried plus Incentives and Health Insurance, etc.
Licensed Tree & Lawn
Applicators
Summer Lawns, Inc. is seeking knowledgeable Applicators to promote
healthy, lawns, trees & shrubs through the safe & proper
application of fertilizers & pesticides.
Education/ Qualifications:
-High school diploma or equivalent.
-Professional Applicator License (OI, OH, LS) in good standing
-Prior professional experience in fertilization, pesticide application,
plant identification & diagnosis.
-Able to read, understand & interpret technical data
-Excellent communication & people skills.
-Trustworthy; able to work independently
-Valid Idaho driver’s license.
-Good driving record (MVR required).
Compensation & Benefits:
DOE, Production Incentive, Sales Commission on New Sales, Paid
Vacation & Holiday Opportunities, Continuing Education and
Advancement Opportunities, Health & Life Insurance Opportunities.
Potential for Year Round Employment after 90 day evaluation period.
If you are interested, please send your resume to grow@summerlawnsinc.com
or mail it to PO Box 140658, Boise, ID 83714.
Posted 12/11
Webb Nursery and Landscape
Account Manager in the Ketchum Maintenance Dept.
This position is responsible for managing and building relationships
with existing and potential clients. Must have analytical, communication
and leadership skills to work with clients and manager crews in
the field. Also need a background/knowledge in horticulture and
at least 5 years experience in landscape services. Business or
Hort Degree is preferred. Full time, seasonal.
Irrigation Manager in
the Ketchum Construction & Maintenance Dept. Responsible for
managing all aspects of irrigation install and maintenance. Must
have analytical, communication and leadership skills to set and
implement best irrigation industry standards and practices and
to manage crews in the field. Also need a background/ knowledge
in landscape irrigation installation or maintenance and at least
5 year of experience in landscape services. Business or hort degree
preferred. Full-time, seasonal.
Certified Arborist in the
Ketchum Maintenance Dept. Responsible for inspecting trees, writing
reports, and assisting the Account Managers in selling arbor related
services. Must have analytical and communication skills to inspect
trees, identify services necessary for tree health and communicate
with account managers and clients. Also need background/knowledge
in tree services and at least 5 years of experience in landscape
services and an arborist’s certification (TCIA or ISA).
Hort degree preferred. Full-time seasonal. Please email a copy
of your resume to mitch@webbland.com
or fax to
208-726-4767
Posted 11/27
If you are an INLA member and would
like to post a job opening, please send information to Ann
Bates by email.
If you are looking for work and
find an opening that looks right for you, please contact the businesses
above for more information. Thank you.
