Landscape Team Member

Position: Landscape Team Member

Reports to: Landscape Manager

Classification: Full Time, Non-Exempt, AM Shift

With an inviting inn, a working farm, and dining and spa experiences that honor both the land and the seasons, Southall Farm & Inn is a place where creativity, connection, and collaboration flourish. The ideal location for corporate retreats, executive summits, and to reward top performers, here everyday distractions give way to enticing discoveries. It’s a blend of tradition and innovation, fueled by curiosity and wonder—providing teams with the time and space to relax and build stronger bonds, or to focus and strategize.

The unspoiled natural beauty of Tennessee isn’t merely outdoors at Southall; it’s reflected inside as well. The inn’s 62 inviting guestrooms and suites, along with 16 separate cottages, are inspired by the picturesque landscape that surrounds them. Each offers the pleasure of time, the space to enjoy it, and the opportunity to stay connected to nature. Extravagant yet refined and welcoming, they are infused with a sense of effortless luxury.

The Landscaper will have the privilege of having influence over any and all Landscaping duties carried out at Southall. Southall offers a unique chance to provide service for one property year-round and continually grow with the same team.

Responsibilities

• Southall offers the opportunity to work in a variety of different settings on our 325-acre campus:

• 30 acres of native flower and grass fields

• 5.5 miles of hiking trails

• Riparian management of 7-acre pond

• 10 acres of Silvo pasture for rotational animal grazing

• Primary duties are property maintenance including lawn mowing and trimming.

• Work with management in the landscape and planting process.

• Participate in all aspects of native flower and land management.

• Create and practice non-chemical pest and weed control techniques.

• Execute and create patterned mowing plans on a cool season grass canvas.

• Assist in seeding and fertilizing in cooperation with management, including planting, insect and weed control.

• Follow and enforce safety and sanitation processes for accident prevention.

• Work with landscape manager in landscaping equipment preventive maintenance on a daily, weekly and annual basis.

• Work within the seasonal landscape planning as directed by management.

• Assist in other areas and projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating landscaping equipment including mowers and trimmers.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. multiple times a day.

• Professional lawn maintenance experience is required.

• Irrigation experience is a plus.

• Experience with low voltage lighting is a plus.

• Other varied skill sets are a plus.

• Ability to work well independently or with a team.

• Bilingual is a plus.

• Valid driver’s license

• Be available to work Saturdays if and when needed.

Southall Farm and Inn is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Southall provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.