Ecological Landscape Install Crew Member

Mariposa Gardening & Design Cooperative is known for building beautiful gardens that bring the natural world to the built environment. We use organic gardening methods such as water harvesting and composting. We are looking for motivated workers to help us grow our company together. Employees of Mariposa are encouraged to join our team to become Worker-Owners.

The ideal candidate has skills and expertise in handling and operating tools and machinery required in the construction phase. Physical fitness and agility is key as this position requires carrying heavy materials and equipment almost on a daily basis.

Implement the Build-Out of Our Gardens

• Perform a variety of physical tasks involving labor in construction projects, perform manual work in stone work such as flagstone patios and pathways, dry stacked stone walls, irrigation, and landscaping. This could include:
• Shoveling, trenching, excavating and backfilling trenches and ditches; compacting and leveling earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, and rakes
• Drip Irrigation layout
• Sheet Mulching
• Planting
• Driving trucks to carry materials and equipment from office to sites
• Loading and unloading materials and equipment from trucks
• Erecting and dismantling temporary structures

Conduct Job Site Set Up

• Prepare sites to ensure optimization of construction work procedures
• Bring all necessary tools, equipment, and material on site and set up as required
• Assure all the necessary safety equipment for the job is present and in working order before proceeding with work

Conduct Job Site Clean Up

• Clean construction sites of debris, trash, and hazardous materials.
• Pick up all tools, equipment and materials and secure job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards

Perform Other Tasks as Required by The Project/Site with Safety as a Top Priority

• Be able to read and interpret construction plans
• Use hand tools to cut and shape material as per instructions
• Measure, mark, and record openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed
• Carry out proper material handling and storage
• Carry out all proper construction and installation methods necessary for the safe and successful completion of the project
• Clean and maintain construction equipment appropriately
• Ensure that all work is being done in compliance with the company’s protocols
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed and bring issues to the immediate attention of the Project Manager or Crew Leader
• Comply with all local building codes, labor, and safety laws during construction
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team member

$21-32.50/hr D.O.E.

Must have:

• 6 months or more of field/construction experience preferred
• Valid California driver's license and be insurable by company insurance carriers
• The ability to consistently carry 50 lbs on a semi-regular basis in order to fulfill the demands of the position

Strongly preferred:

• OSHA safety certified, First AID and CPR certified preferred
• GED Vocational training or more desired

Benefits:

• Accrued sick and PTO
• Matching IRA
• Opportunity to co-own in profitable business
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to expand skill sets

At Mariposa, our mission is to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, including our employees. We’re taking on the most exciting challenges of our working lives, and we succeed with a team that represents an inclusive and diverse set of identities and backgrounds. We honor equity and welcome all to apply!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $32.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience driving large vehicles/trucks?

Experience:

• Landscaping: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person