Job Postings

Landscape Maintenance Foreman

Award winning Medway based landscape contractor is seeking a professional, detail- oriented foreman to perform maintenance of high-end residential estates. Must be self-motivated, and capable of directing a crew of 2-3 laborers. Specific tasks include, but not limited to:
• Mowing,
• Pruning,
• IPM,
• Flower rotations,
• Weed control,
• Plant care,
• Monitoring/adjustments of irrigation system.
A valid driver’s license with good driving record is required. MA pesticide license, hoisting license, MCLP are a plus. A team player, who is customer service oriented with strong communication skills, is essential.
Send resume to R. P. Marzilli & Co. at 21-A Trotter Drive, Medway, MA 02053, Email: info@rpmarzilli.com or Fax: 508-533-3718.

posted 7/21/10

Plant Care Tech

PLANT CARE TECH
Medway based regional landscape contractor is seeking a plant professional with two to three years experienced in plant health care, pest ID, perennial care, and nutrient and pest treatment. Must be able to work independently, identify common landscape plants, weeds, diseases and insects and follow all safety rules. A MA pesticide license, valid driver’s license with a good driving record, and DOT medical card is required.
Send resume to R.P. Marzilli & Co., Inc. 21 A Trotter Dr, Medway, MA 02053, Email: info@rpmarzilli.com or Fax: 508-533-3718.

posted 7/21/10

Horticulturist

Award winning Medway based landscape contractor specializing in large residential estates is seeking motivated professional for diverse horticultural grounds keeping needs, including but not limited to:
• Installation and care of woody, perennial and annual plant materials,
• Weeding,
• Pruning,
• Mulching,
• Container and holiday decor design.
• Winter care program for trees and shrubs
Three to five years experience with estate gardening, I.P.M., plant ID and nutrient programs, and crew supervision is required. A team player, who is customer service oriented with strong communication skills, is essential. Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record. MCLP / MCH are a plus.
Send resume to R. P. Marzilli & Co. at 21-A Trotter Drive, Medway, MA 02053, Email: info@rpmarzilli.com or Fax: 508-533-3718.

posted 7/21/10

Working Supervisor/Park Maintenance Craftsperson/MEO

Department: Water Department
Job Title: Working Supervisor/Park Maintenance Craftsperson/MEO
Job Code: W655-002
Civil Service Position: Subject to Civil Service rules and regulations
Union Affiliation: IWWA Union
Hours Per Week: 40 hour workweek; Monday thru Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Reservation Site Supervisor, implements priorities of the Fresh Pond Reservation Master Plan that involves forest/landscape maintenance and improvements. Responsible for field supervision of contractors, staff and volunteers working on the following: Tree pruning and thinning, invasive species removal, lawn care, irrigation systems maintenance, meadow and wetland maintenance, tree, shrub planting and herbicide/ pesticide/ fertilizer applications. Operates and maintains a variety of tools and equipment, such as mowers, tractors, aerators, snow blowers, snow plows, hand and power tools, trimmers, chain saws, chippers and sprayers. Work also includes vegetation inventory and monitoring using handheld computers.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Candidate must have at least two years experience in landscape maintenance and have considerable knowledge of landscaping and grounds maintenance and related safety practices; good knowledge of plant and soil types; horticulture and professional landscaping practices; mixing and using landscape chemicals.  Candidate must have at least one of the following certifications:  Massachusetts Certified Landscape Professional, ISA Certified Horticulturist or Massachusetts Certified Arborist. Candidate must have a valid Massachusetts driver's license; and a Massachusetts Pesticide applicator's license.  Associate Degree in arboriculture, horticulture, turf grass or landscape manage is preferred.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:    Physical demands for this position include, but are not limited to:  lifting up to fifty pounds, bending, squatting, and climbing, sitting, standing.  Ability to work outside for long periods of time under adverse weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:    Employee will be exposed to all weather conditions and will work in a moderate to high noise level environment caused by sound of machinery or powered equipment being used.
Supervises:   Skilled laborers, laborers, contract workers
                                                 
RATE: $20.78 - $23.92/hour 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
External applicants submit a Labor application in person to the Personnel Dept Room 309, City Hall, 795 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA  02139 by 5:00 pm on the closing date.

THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE RESIDENTS ESPECIALLY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

posted 4/28/10

Landscape Designer/Project Manager

Full time

Seeking an individual with design and project management skills to contribute to a well established and growing nursery and landscape firm in Eastern MA.

Individual will be responsible for taking a project from concept to execution. Participate and oversee all phases of construction.

Strong design, drafting and organization skills. Landscape Pro software knowledge helpful.  Basic cost estimating and bidding. Ability to effectively communicate with clients and crew. Knowledge of plant material, hard cape material and construction techniques must be neat clean and presentable.

Health and 401k available

Blueview Nurseries
200 Bay Road
Norton MA 02766
508-230-2139
508-230-2143
www.blueviewnurseries.com

posted 3/9/10

Certified Arborist

Large landscaping company in Medford is seeking a MA certified Arborist to lead its Tree Care Division. Candidate must have a CDL-B license. MCLP and sales experience preferred. Company provides excellent wages, benefits, and great professional growth opportunities. Please inquire at 781-391-6993

posted 3/2/10

Permanent, Part-time Project Manager position with Benefits Emerald Necklace Conservancy

A key position in a non-profit organization and public-private partnership focusing on parks restoration and maintenance in the 1,000+ acres of the Olmsted-designed parks within the Emerald Necklace, a historic park system listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Managing the Conservancy’s restoration and maintenance projects within the Emerald Necklace parks, including managing the people needed to implement the work
• Providing staff support to the Conservancy’s “Park Overseers,” a committee of other organizations with a shared interest in the Emerald Necklace

Both roles require a skilled listener and collaborator who will maintain open communication both with the park owners (Boston, Brookline and the Commonwealth of Mass.) and with the myriad of constituents represented on the Park Overseers.

Project management will include overseeing the implementation of the Conservancy’s ongoing restoration and maintenance projects, planning and executing volunteer events, maintaining clear lines of communication with our public-sector partners, creating schedules and budgets, tracking expenses, researching BMPs, and monitoring and documenting progress – all done in collaboration with the Conservancy’s current Project Manager, as well as our public-sector partners and their maintenance/horticulture staff. Projects range from small re-planting and pruning projects to larger rehabilitation of woodlands, river edges, and historic plantings.

Supporting the Park Overseers will include planning and facilitating meetings of both the Park Overseers group as a whole, as well as some of the three working groups that that focus on 1) access into and within the parks, 2) public education about the parks, and 3) restoration and maintenance projects within the parks. In addition, the Project Manager will manage some of the projects taken on by the working groups.

Experience and skills required: - Project management essential, preferably landscape contractor or parks management - Prior experience managing volunteers, interns, youth, or employees - Prior experience collaborating with public-sector partners - Degree in landscape architecture/design, planning, horticulture, or equivalent work experience - Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office applications required, Adobe Creative Suite and ArcGIS a plus) - Experience in other historic or Olmsted landscapes very helpful

The Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. The Emerald Necklace Conservancy has as institutional commitment to employ a diverse workforce. Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Salary commensurate with experience. Access to health benefits and 403(b) available.

Contact: Catherine Pedemonti, Project Manager, Emerald Necklace Conservancy. Send resume and cover letter to cpedemonti@emeraldnecklace.org

Deadline: March 12, 2010

posted 3/2/10

NatureWorks Landscape Services is currently seeking:

• Garden Supervisor
• Landscape Buyer
• Lawn Care Technician
• Plant Health Care Technician

To learn more about these positions, click here (.pdf)

Contact Info:
Jennifer Guerin
jguerin@natureworkslandscape.com
Phone: 508-660-3139
www.natureworkslandscape.com

Posted 2/11/10

Greenscape Land Design, Inc.
Landscaping Crew Leaders/Horticultural Services/Enhancement
Greenscape Inc is looking to add experienced landscaping professionals to our team.  Talented crew leaders with Horticultural skills/enhancement experience.  Experience in the art of pruning, plant health care, plant identification, annual and perennial care is preferred. Great opportunities exist for growth in each one of our three branch locations, South coast, Boston Boston, and Cape Cod. Come and join our growing team.

Contact Info:
Nathan H Patnaude, MCLP
Nathan@greenscapemass.com
Phone: 508-977-9100
Fax: 508-958-9634

Posted 7/16/09