LandStudies Inc. is seeking sustainable landscape technicians for our Field Operations division in Manheim, Pennsylvania.  Essential duties include the installation of plants and seed, erosion and sedimentation control products, cutting and removal of invasive plants, selective herbicide application, and operation of power equipment. Outdoors work setting. Travel and overnight stay may be required.

Qualifications:
The successful applicant:

  • Must be able & willing to work long hours in adverse weather conditions;
  • Be 18 years or older;
  • Possess a positive attitude and willingness to work as a member of a team.

Education and/or Experience:

  • Tree, shrub, perennial planting; landscape or landscape maintenance; or environmental restoration experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of plants and their identification a plus;
  • Experience operating landscaping equipment such as skid steer loader and tractor a plus;
  • Pennsylvania pesticide applicator certification or technician, or experience with pesticide application, a plus;
  • Basic knowledge and ability to operate small hand and power equipment such as string trimmers, engine drills, chainsaws, rake, shovel;
  • Valid driver’s license and experience pulling a loaded trailer a plus.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Invasive species control;
  • Installation and maintenance of trees, shrubs, herbaceous and wetland plants;
  • Miscellaneous landscape and construction duties including mulching, grading, etc;
  • Installation of erosion control products;
  • Operation of small power equipment and landscaping equipment if applicable;
  • Use of personal protection safety equipment (PPE).

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Must endure and withstand full days of physical and manual labor and exposure to natural elements in all seasons.
  • Significant muscular effort may be required; must be able to lift and/or move 75 pounds. Periods of significant physical exertion will not be continuous or long-standing.
  • Frequent required use of body to precisely operate hand tools, power equipment and machinery.

 

Compensation:

  • Wages will be based on experience and training.
  • Overtime opportunities;
  • Paid travel expenses from office to job site(s) if applicable.

 

If you are interested please send your resume and references to Resumes@landstudies.com
or fill out an application at 36 Kreider Lane, Manheim, PA 17545