What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Laborer/Foreman Trainee position at Ruskell Outdoor Services?
Job Description Landscape Laborer/Foreman Trainee
Come work for Southeastern Minnesota’s premier lawn and landscape company. At Ruskell Outdoor Services, Inc. we pride ourselves on doing things the right way the first time. We are looking for someone to assist our landscape foreman installing and maintaining beautiful landscapes. With time the right person would be able to someday be a foreman. The position will be involved in the construction of landscapes including the installation of trees, shrubs, mulch, rock, sod, seed, patios, and retaining walls. You will be asked to work with a team to complete projects on time and to the high standards that we require.
Ruskell Outdoor Services prides itself with our ability to offer many services within the green industry. We provide mowing, seasonal clean-ups, lawn treatments, landscape design and installation including patios and retaining walls, and snow removal. We do not only install the project but also maintain it for years to come. By offering so many services you will have the ability to preform a wide variety of duties and find your niche.
We believe in treating our people right and offer competitive compensation that includes: competitive pay, health insurance, 401k matching, paid holidays, and paid time off. Most of our current employees have been with us for over 10 years.
Duties
- Have a great attitude and work ethic. Be willing to help out wherever you are needed.
- Operate power equipment and a variety of hand tools or be willing to learn how.
- Show up with clean appearance, with the uniform you are provided and ready to work.
- Be able to perform physical work and heavy lifting.
- Keep work area clean and safe.
- Be polite to customers and co-workers
- Able and willingness to work in a variety of weather conditions
- Help with driving equipment and material to job sites
- Help provide maintenance on equipment.
Education and Experience
- Experience is preferred but not mandatory. We would be happy to train you.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License, Class A would be a bonus
- Basic knowledge of landscape installation and maintenance
- Attention to detail
Compensation and Benefits – some may require a waiting period
- Pay based on qualifications - Starting at $18.00 – 25.00 per hour
- Health Insurance
- 401k Matching
- Paid Holidays
- Opportunity for Advancement
- Free Uniforms
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Training – Class A and Commercial Applicator License
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Year round work
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever worked in the green industry before?
Ability to Commute:
- Chatfield, MN 55923 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25