Estate Gardening Assistant

Mariani Premier Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Paid time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mariani Enterprises LLC is seeking a landscape worker in Kentucky to perform garden maintenance, plantings, irrigation checks, and seasonal cleanups across our sites. You will operate common equipment and support a safety-first team environment.

We value reliability, ability to work outdoors in varying weather, and strong teamwork. This role offers steady daytime hours with benefits and opportunities to grow within our national landscaping network.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year in landscaping, gardening, or horticulture.
• Basic plant ID knowledge and pest/disease awareness.
• Safe operation of common landscaping equipment.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, passion for gardening.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying weather.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general garden maintenance: weeding, mulching, pruning, deadheading, raking.
• Assist with planting trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals per design.
• Operate and maintain mowing, trimming, blowing, and hand tools safely.
• Participate in irrigation checks, adjustments, and basic repairs.
• Monitor plant health and report pests, diseases, or deficiencies.
• Assist with soil prep, fertilization, and amendments.
• Support seasonal clean-ups and spring/fall garden prep.
• Maintain clean work areas and tool sheds.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with team and supervisors.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Plant knowledge

Equipment operation

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Lawn mowers

Trimmers

Blowers

Hand tools

Job description

Work With The Best We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform general garden maintenance tasks including weeding, mulching, pruning, deadheading, and raking.
• Assist with planting new trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals according to design specifications.
• Operate and maintain a variety of gardening tools and equipment, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools, ensuring their proper use and care.
• Participate in irrigation system checks, adjustments, and basic repairs.
• Monitor plant health, identifying and reporting signs of pests, diseases, or nutritional deficiencies to the Crew Supervisor.
• Assist with soil preparation, fertilization, and amendment application.
• Support seasonal clean-up efforts, including fall leaf removal and spring garden preparation.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including tool sheds and designated garden areas.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in professional landscaping, gardening, or horticulture preferred
• Basic knowledge of plant identification, common garden pests, and diseases.
• Ability to operate basic landscaping equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for gardening.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions, including lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

The Perks

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA/HSA
• PerkSpot
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service)

Pay Transparency Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed.

Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity.

Position Range: $20-25/Hour

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Frank Mariani had a vision. As the leader of one of the nation’s largest and most respected landscaping companies, he had come across many like-minded businesses in his travels. These companies shared similar ambitions, values and challenges. He asked himself if it would be possible to create the ultimate industry peer group to help each of these companies become even better at servicing clients, creating opportunities for their associates and building a more secure future for all. Thus, the Mariani Premier Group was born.