Gardener

Jensen Landscape - A Monarch Landscape Company

Gilroy (CA)

On-site

USD 26,174 - 33,062

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefit programs

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Membership discounts

Education Assistance

Job summary

A landscape company in California seeks a Gardener responsible for maintaining commercial landscapes. Ideal candidates will have some experience in commercial landscaping and a valid Driver’s License is preferred but not required. Responsibilities include maintaining job sites safely and effectively, operating landscape equipment, and demonstrating commitment to quality work and customer service. Competitive hourly pay ranges between $19-24 based on qualifications. Join a proactive team focused on professional growth and development.

Qualifications

Commercial landscape experience preferred, but not required.
Valid Driver’s License preferred but not required.
Must be able to perform physical tasks regularly.

Responsibilities

Maintain job site as instructed by Foreman.
Safely operate all equipment and vehicles according to policies.
Complete tasks assigned in a timely manner.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong commitment to quality customer service

Common sense understanding

Tools

Mowers

Power hedge shears

Backpack blower

Job description

JENSEN LANDSCAPE

Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a values‑based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. Our approach to investing in people is simple. We put the Field First!

This posting remains open year‑round as we are always looking for great people to join our team! If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application and we will reach out shortly.

Job Summary

Responsible for the maintenance of commercial landscapes.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

Commercial landscape experience preferred, but not required

License or Certification

Valid Driver’s License issued from state of employment, preferred but not required.

Specialized Skills

Ability to communicate effectively with Foreman and team members
Bi‑lingual English/Spanish preferred but not required
Strong commitment to high quality of work and customer service
Ability to complete tasks assigned in a timely manner
Apply common sense understanding to carry out tasks
Deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables

Physical Requirements

Constantly required to talk, hear, see, sit, stand and walk
Must be able to see at close vision, distant vision, peripherally, have depth perception and have the ability to adjust focus
Frequent use of hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls
Frequently required to reach, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, climb and balance
Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Working Conditions

Frequently works with mechanical objects and outside in all weather conditions
Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals
Frequently exposed to loud noise levels

Essential Duties

Ensure Maintain job site as instructed by Foreman. Possible duties include, but are not limited to mowing, raking, weeding, shearing, edging, and hand pruning
Safe operation of equipment, including : 21” and 36” mowers; power hedge shears; power shears; backpack blower; aerator
Basic understanding of Plant ID
Basic hand pruning skills
Basic skill in shearing shrubs and hedges
Operate all vehicles and equipment in accordance’s with Monarch Safety Policy
Abide by Monarch code of conduct at all times
Shows up to work each day on time; completes all tasks within time expectations; adheres to company dress code policy; wears clean clothes to work each day; follows inclement weather policy and sick leave reporting procedures
All other duties as assigned.

Total Rewards

At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including:

The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term life/AD&D; and a number of supplemental insurances
Company Provided Life/AD&D
Employee Assistance Program
7 Paid Holidays
3 Days Paid Bereavement
5 Days Paid Jury Duty
Employee Equity Program
Sick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinance
On-Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPay
Referral Bonuses Programs
Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts
Education Assistance
Best-in-Class Learning Management System
Career Advancement Opportunities

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions.

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