Landscape Maintenance Technician

Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape

Landscape Maintenance Technician

Duluth, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Flexible schedule

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Training & development

    Are you looking for a fulfilling career working outdoors? Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape is a leader in the landscaping industry, providing high-quality services to residential and commercial clients. We have 38 years of experience and are winners of the “Best of Houzz” Design award for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2025 and winner of the “Best of Houzz” Service Award in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023 and 2024. We specialize in landscape design, installation, and maintenance. If you love working in a team environment, are passionate about the outdoors, and love seeing beautiful renovations come to fruition, this challenging position is for you!

    This role involves the care and upkeep of garden beds to ensure they remain healthy, attractive, and free from weeds. The ideal candidate will have a passion for gardening, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

    Qualifications:

    Experience in garden maintenance, landscaping, or a related field (1–2 years).

    Basic training or coursework in horticulture, landscaping, or a related field (preferred).

    Familiarity with plant care. plant health, and pest management techniques.

    Understanding of common plants, flowers, shrubs, and trees used in planting/garden beds.

    Ability to identify plant health issues, such as diseases, pests, or nutrient deficiencies.

    Proficiency in removing weeds, deadheading perennials, pruning, and mulching.

    Ability to perform manual labor, including bending, kneeling, lifting, and standing for extended periods.

    Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

    Ability to follow instructions and adhere to maintenance schedules.

    Responsibilities: Garden Bed Care and Maintenance:

    Weed removal and prevention using appropriate techniques (e.g., hand-pulling, hoeing, mulching).

    Soil cultivation, and amendment as needed to maintain healthy plant growth.

    Pruning and trimming of plants, shrubs, and trees to promote growth and maintain aesthetic appeal.

    Planting and Transplanting:

    Planting seasonal flowers, shrubs, and other vegetation in garden beds.

    Removing and replacing dead or damaged plants.

    Mulching and Edging:

    Application of mulch to regulate soil temperature, retain moisture, and improve aesthetics.

    Creating and maintaining clean edges around garden beds.

    Pest and Disease Management:

    Identifying and addressing common garden pests and diseases.

    General Maintenance:

    Ensuring garden beds are free of debris, such as fallen leaves and trash.

    Regular watering and monitoring of plant health.

    Job Type:

    Full-time (Seasonal) 40 hours/week

    Salary:

    $20-$24/hour

    Benefits:

    Health Insurance

    Flexible schedule

    Time off request forms are easily accessible and always available.

    Referral program

    Refer someone who you believe is good for the company and receive $300 once they have been with the company for more than 3 months.

    OT Pay: 1 & ½ pay after 40 hours/week - Overtime hours regularly available.

    Paid Training

    Minnesota Sick & Safe time: 1hr for every 30 hours worked.

    After 6 Months/ Full-time employment: 401(k): Make direct paycheck contributions to a Retirement account

    Safety Boot Reimbursement