Groundsman- Planting Crew

Moon Valley Nurseries; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Planting Crew member to install trees and plants for customers in Franklin, TN. You will follow landscape plans, ensure proper spacing, and maintain equipment and work areas while delivering excellent service.

The role requires physical work outdoors, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and adherence to safety standards. High school diploma preferred; prior landscaping experience is a plus, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Experience in landscaping, horticulture, or related field is preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Plant trees, shrubs, and other plants as per landscape plans and specs.
• Ensure proper fertilization and planting techniques for healthy growth.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Coordinate tasks with team members and supervisors to complete projects on time.
• Assist with loading/unloading plants, tools, and equipment; ensure proper counts and safe handling.
• Use PPE and follow safety guidelines to maintain personal and team safety.
• Understand Blue Stake/811 color requirements to protect underground utilities; follow safety policies.

Skills

Manual labor

Team communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Franklin, TN 37067, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $15.50 - $25.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Open Availability Day Shift, Job Category: Horticulture

As a member of the Planting Crew at Moon Valley Nurseries, you will play a vital role in the process of installing trees and plants for our customers. Your responsibilities will include planting trees and shrubs according to specifications, ensuring proper spacing and alignment, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. You will work closely with our team to deliver exceptional service and exceed customer expectations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plant trees, shrubs, and other plants according to landscape plans and specifications.
• Ensure proper fertilization and planting techniques are followed to promote healthy growth and longevity of plants.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate tasks and complete projects on time.
• Assist with loading and unloading plants, tools, equipment and any other equipment needed for the day's tasks, ensuring accurate counts and proper weight distribution.
• Ensure the proper use of PPE including safety glasses, gloves, and any other necessary protective gear to maintain personal safety.
• Understand and recognize the significance of Blue Stake/811 colors at job sites to prevent damage to underground utilities and adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues
• Demonstrated availability to work any day of the week.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications: Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Previous experience in landscaping, horticulture, or a related field is preferred but not required
• Previous experience with operating power tools, hand tools, and other equipment preferred.
• Ability to follow specific instructions and safety protocols.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Physical requirements/Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to verbally exchange information with colleagues, managers and vendors. The position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the day. The employee must frequently reach for, pull, lift, and/or move items weighing up to and over 75 lbs. The employee must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind.

OTHER

Subject to MVR and criminal background check in accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations

About Us

Moon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America and is an industry leader and high growth company that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees. Moon Valley Nurseries is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring and other employment decisions without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law.

Further, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with all applicable state and local fair chance laws. We are a Drug Free Workplace.

#MVNLABOR