Field Technician

Mariani Premier Group; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A family-owned landscaping firm in Lake Bluff, IL is seeking a Technician responsible for the stewardship of Natural Areas. The role involves removing invasive plants, applying herbicides, and maintaining quality standards during the work process. Candidates should possess a valid pesticide license and demonstrate basic plant recognition skills. This position offers benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Illinois or Wisconsin Applicator pesticide license.
• Demonstrate an acceptable level of basic plant recognition and horticultural knowledge.
• Ability to work outside in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Physically remove invasive plants to promote native plants.
• Mix and apply herbicide according to the label.
• Haul and load plant refuse and clean up the job site.
• Follow instructions from the production coordinator or crew leader.
• Participate in necessary training regarding equipment and safety.

Skills

Use of mowers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers

Basic plant recognition

Ability to lift and move heavy objects

Horticultural knowledge

Chainsaw operation

Education

Valid Illinois or Wisconsin Applicator pesticide license

S130/S190 or Midwest Ecological Prescription Burn Crew Member Certificate

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 Overview** Grow your career with **Mariani Landscape**! A Technician is responsible for the restoration and stewardship of Natural Areas. Use industry standard techniques to remove invasive plants and promote the health and beauty of native ecosystems. This includes, but is not limited to ecological mowing, hand and mechanical removal of plants, applying herbicides, and assisting in prescribed burns.**Responsibilities and Duties*** Physically remove invasive plants to allow native plants to compete successfully and flourish* Mix and apply herbicide according to the label* Haul and load plant refuse and clean up the job site* Follow instructions given to you by your production coordinator or crew leader* Maintain high standard of quality* Participate in all necessary training regarding equipment, safety, plant identification, and work procedures**Job Requirements*** Possess a valid Illinois or Wisconsin Applicator pesticide license* Ability to use mowers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, pruners and handsaws* Demonstrate an acceptable level of basic plant recognition and horticultural knowledge* Ability to lift and move heavy objects (50 lbs.)* Ability to work outside in various conditions* Some natural areas restoration experience* S130/S190 or Midwest Ecological Prescription Burn Crew Member Certificate* Ability to use chainsaw**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:$19.00 - $22.00Please 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.*Originally founded by Vito Mariani, Sr. in 1958, Mariani Landscape (Mariani) is an award-winning, family-owned Chicago landscape design and construction firm that has served greater Chicagoland for more than 60 years. Led by Vito’s son Frank Mariani since 1973 the company has grown into a leader in the residential landscape industry, earning a stellar reputation for designing, constructing, maintaining, and enhancing extraordinary landscapes for discriminating clients. The company has been a pioneer in bringing new processes for quality and client management to the industry as well as sustainability initiatives such as the large scale expansion of automatic robotic lawnmowers. Mariani is committed to delivering the best client experience, providing the best career opportunities for its nearly 800 associates, and being the best steward of the earth.### Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.