Careers

Working in landscaping isn’t easy but it is rewarding. If you love working with your hands and want to take some pride in being part of some beautiful yards for the nicest customers, then this could be perfect for you. Opportunity for advancement is yours for the taking.

Positions We Want to Fill!

Below is a list of the positions we are looking to fill with super awesome people. Our season typically starts around March 1 and ends around December 1, depending on the weather.

Click on a job title to learn more.

The landscape crew member is a landscaper working in the construction of installation projects such as natural stone, plant installation, and plant maintenance. The position works as a member under the supervision of the landscape crew foreman and project manager. The landscape crew member will follow instructions of the landscape crew foreman and project manager from beginning to end of a landscape project’s installation. The landscape crew member will work with a variety of hand and power tools for the installation and maintenance of landscape materials.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and practice the use of industry equipment
  • Take instruction from crew foreman and project manager
  • Operates truck and trailer combination
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. without assistance
  • Have full range of motion in upper and lower body
  • Show a desire to learn the industry and progress with Forest Green
  • Learn and practice a safe work environment
  • Communicate clearly with crew members and supervisors

Knowledge and Experience

  • High school degree or GED.

You must have a valid driver’s license and a clean record.

APPLY HERE!

The hardscape crew foreman is an experienced landscaper leading a crew in the construction of hardscape projects such as paver patios, retaining walls, and natural stone. The position works as a member of the team and directs the activities of two or more team members at a job site. The hardscape foreman will communicate with the landscape designer and project manager on all details pertaining to the project’s construction. The hardscape crew foreman is able to operate a variety of equipment and has a working knowledge of landscape and hardscape practices.

Responsibilities

  • Read landscape designs and implement the landscape construction plan
  • Operates a variety of mechanical equipment
  • Operates truck and trailer combination
  • Routinely interacts with customers
  • Fill out proper paper work documenting projects
  • Job site planning and organization
  • Manages a team of two or more crew members
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment
  • Communicate job site status with supervisor

Knowledge and Experience

  • High school degree or GED
  • At least one year experience in the landscaping field
  • Leadership skills
  • Have a working knowledge of standard horticultural practices
  • Have a working knowledge of standard construction practices
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, math skills, and job planning skills

You must have a valid driver’s license and a clean record.

APPLY HERE!

The hardscape crew member is a landscaper working in the construction of hardscape projects such as paver patios, retaining walls, and natural stone. The position works as a member under the supervision of the hardscape crew foreman and project manager. The hardscape crew member will follow instructions of the hardscape crew foreman and project manager from beginning to end of a hardscape project’s construction. The hardscape crew member will work with a variety of hand and power tools for the construction and installation of landscape materials.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and practice the use of industry equipment
  • Take instruction from crew foreman and project manager
  • Operates truck and trailer combination
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. without assistance
  • Have full range of motion in upper and lower body
  • Show a desire to learn the industry and progress with Forest Green
  • Learn and practice a safe work environment
  • Communicate clearly with crew members and supervisors

Knowledge and Experience

  • High school degree or GED

You must have a valid driver’s license and a clean record.

APPLY HERE!

basics

  • Be closely aligned with our core values 
  • Be physically fit; this is hard, physical work that requires stamina
  • Be passionate about gardens, landscaping and great service
  • Be able to work independently and as a member of a team
  • Be able to effectively manage your emotions in the workplace
  • Be able to communicate effectively and efficiently
  • Be literate and like to read
  • Be detail-oriented
  • Have a clean driving record
  • Have strong organizational skills
  • Have strong interpersonal skills
  • Have the desire and initiative to grow within your position and the Forest Green team
  • Have a desire to accomplish things with a sense of urgency
  • Have a desire to play on a winning team
  • Be bold, engaging and entertaining

Benefits

  • Paid overtime
  • Opportunity to learn from people who know the industry
  • Retirement Plan
  • Professional and personal development opportunities
  • Weekly Team Huddle
  • Monthly Employee Dinner Party
  • A chance to play in dirt

Apply online