Southview, part of Mariani Enterprises LLC the premier outdoor living company building a “family of family companies” across the nation is seeking a dedicated Horticulture Technician to join our landscape team in St Paul, Minnesota. This full-time position offers competitive salary of $49,000-$58,000 annually plus comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with company match, medical insurance, and professional development opportunities.
Position Summary – Horticulture Technician
The Horticulture Technician is responsible for ensuring personal safety and crew safety while upholding work schedules, standard procedures, and quality standards across landscape maintenance operations. This hands-on leadership role implements proper horticultural landscape maintenance activities on job sites while managing operations for optimal quality and efficiency.
Primary Goal: Safely maintain landscapes while leading team of crew members, ensuring sites remain in top condition, and making recommendations to Landscape Care Representatives for additional work proposals and improvements.
Key Duties & Core Responsibilities
Safety & Compliance:
- Know and follow all company safety policies, personnel policies, and procedural guidelines ensuring safe work environment
- Ensure proper securement of equipment at all times preventing accidents and equipment damage
- Lead safety initiatives and model safe work practices for crew members
Team Leadership & Training:
- Lead pre-job consultations with crew members to improve quality, efficiency, and understanding of job site requirements
- Train team members in proper horticultural techniques, plant care methods, and landscape maintenance best practices
- Maintain positive relationships with team members fostering collaborative, productive work environment
- Track hours of self and crew members accurately by clocking in and out systematically
Client Communication & Site Management:
- Communicate professionally with facility managers as needed addressing concerns and coordinating activities
- Report all client communications to Landscape Care Representative ensuring information flow
- Represent company with professionalism and maintain good public relations with clients and public
- Make recommendations to Landscape Care Representative for additional work to be proposed based on site observations
Operational Excellence:
- Safely and efficiently operate landscape equipment, power tools, hand tools, and specialized machinery
- Recommend operational changes to Operations Managers to improve efficiency and work processes
- Maintain clean and professional work sites reflecting company standards and professionalism
- Ensure punctuality of start and end times, break periods, and lunch schedules maintaining productivity
Horticultural Activities:
- Install plant material including trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals following proper planting techniques
- Install softscape items such as mulch, soil amendments, and groundcovers
- Perform pruning, trimming, fertilizing, pest control, and seasonal maintenance activities
- Monitor plant health, identify diseases and pests, and implement appropriate treatments
- Execute irrigation management and water conservation practices
Flexibility & Adaptability:
- Adapt to various working situations including changing weather, site conditions, and client requirements
- Perform additional required and incidental activities as assigned by supervisors
- Adjust schedules and priorities based on seasonal demands and operational needs
Job Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience: Prior horticulture experience is preferred demonstrating knowledge of plant care, landscape maintenance, or grounds management
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities required for client interaction, team coordination, and reporting
- Time Management: Excellent time management skills to coordinate multiple sites, crew schedules, and project deadlines
- Adaptability: Strong adaptability skills to handle varying conditions, client needs, and seasonal changes
- Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record mandatory for equipment transport and site travel
Educational Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
- College Degree or Certificate in Horticulture, Landscaping, Turf Management, or related field preferred but not necessary
- Continuing education or professional certifications in horticulture advantageous
Comprehensive Benefits Package
💼 The Perks of Working with Southview:
- 401(k) Plan: Retirement savings with generous company matching contribution
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage for employee and family
- Dental Insurance: Complete dental care coverage
- Vision Insurance: Vision care and eyewear benefits
- FSA/HSA: Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
- PerkSpot: Employee discount program with exclusive deals and savings
- Long-Term Disability: Protection for long-term income security
- Life Insurance: Company-provided life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off: Vacation days, sick leave, and holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement: Educational assistance after one year of service supporting professional development
Salary & Pay Transparency
Position Salary Range: $49,000 – $58,000 per year
Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees, providing environment where compensation dialogue is encouraged. The company complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws and federal, state, and local regulations on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity.
Final compensation determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and market conditions. Opportunities for advancement and salary growth available through performance and professional development.
Application Process
Ready to start your horticulture career with Southview?
- Review job requirements and ensure you meet minimum qualifications
- Prepare resume highlighting horticulture experience, education, and skills
- Apply through Southview/Mariani Enterprises careers portal
- Reference Job Requisition: R1668 when applying
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