Job description

Nathan Wright Landscape Design (NWLD) is a Chicago based design and build studio with a commitment to naturalistic perennial garden design. Our work spans residential and commercial properties always with a priority placed on exceptional plant and hardscape material choices. We believe in the power of planning and work to provide expert execution and sustainable solutions. Our process follows a Design, Build, and Maintain sequence. Our team is comprised of industry experts, inspired learners, and emerging artists.

At NWLD we are organized by core values that influence our process and our practice. Through years of development we have found these values to be essential in creating inspired places for outdoor living:

• Design & Beauty
• Relationships & Responsibility
• Creativity & Innovation
• Learning & Mentorship
• Collaboration & Teamwork

The Crew Member is responsible for supporting the Maintain team. This role includes garden care, container installation, design enhancements, holiday decor, care of materials, tools, and company assets, and facility maintenance. The Crew Member is an immersive role designed to support the growing needs of Nathan Wright Landscape Design.

• Team Participation
• Work collaboratively with Crew Members and Leaders
• Seek out opportunity for learning and growth among NWLD team experts
• Understand the NWLD culture, vision, and standards of excellence
• Identify opportunities to improve the culture, vision, and standards of excellence
• Provide and receive regular feedback

• Systems
• Understand processes to support order and efficiency
• Look for additional solutions that support the organization
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes

• Maintenance
• Collaborate with Crew Leaders on estimated scope and sequence of work
• Prepare and organize materials and tools at beginning and end of each day
• Transport soil, mulch, plants, and supplies from NWLD or nursery to client properties
• Manage yard waste disposal for each job
• Demonstrate leadership in field work
• Value beauty, order, and excellence – be willing to leave a space better than you found it

The Crew Member has experience in landscaping, gardening, plant care, and physical labor. Their skills may include:

• Understanding of plants including annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, and bulbs.
• Practical gardening interest – pruning, watering, maintenance
• Mechanical or technical skills – irrigation, hardscape repairs, equipment maintenance
• Organized, clear, effective, and timely communicator
• Ability to work with others in an ever-changing and physically engaging environment
• Creative thinking, decision making, and practical problem solving skills
• Flexibility and willingness to help out as needed
• Self-motivated and collaborative

We have opportunities for full-time year-round, full-time seasonal, and part-time positions. Our full-time positions work 5 days per week. During the height of our seasons, schedules may shift to a 6 day work week. Benefits may include medical, paid time off, and holidays.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
We encourage employees to wear masks when in the office space. Since our work is outdoors, our employees are easily able to social distance as they feel comfortable.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60647: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Landscape maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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