Groundsman - Planting Crew

Moon Valley Nursery Inc; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

PTO

Job summary

Moon Valley Nurseries is hiring for a Planting Crew member in Torrance, CA. The role focuses on installing trees and plants according to landscape plans, maintaining spacing and alignment, and keeping work areas tidy and safe.

You will work closely with a team to deliver high-quality service and exceed customer expectations. Responsibilities include following fertilization and planting techniques, loading/unloading plants and tools, and adhering to Blue Stake/811 safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Previous landscaping/horticulture experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with power tools/hand tools preferred.
• Ability to follow specific instructions and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Plant trees, shrubs, and other plants according to 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 with accurate counts.

Skills

Manual labor

Landscaping experience preferred

Power tools experience preferred

Safety protocols

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job SummaryAs 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 ResponsibilitiesPlant 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 colleaguesDemonstrated availability to work any day of the week.Other duties and tasks as assigned.Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to perform manual labor.Previous experience in landscaping, horticulture, or a related field is preferred but not requiredPrevious experience with operating power tools, hand tools, and other equipment preferred.Ability to follow specific instructions and safety protocols.EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent preferred.Physical requirements/Working ConditionsWhile 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.OTHERSubject to MVR and criminal background check in accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulationsAbout UsMoon 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.Resume De TrabajoÚnete al equipo de Moon Valley Nurseries!Moon Valley Nurseries está buscando un Miembro del Equipo de Patio / Trabajador que será responsable de labores manuales relacionadas con el almacenamiento y cumplimiento de pedidos de los clientes en la tienda del vivero. El candidato recibirá capacitación en el trabajo y tendrá la oportunidad de adquirir nuevas habilidades, conocimientos y experiencia.¡NO SE REQUIERE EXPERIENCIA! ¡Te capacitaremos y te ofreceremos una carrera!Compensación inicial anticipada: [$16.90 por hora]Horas semanales: 40 horas por semana, ELEGIBLE PARA HORAS EXTRABeneficios: Seguro Médico, Dental, Visión, 401k, PTO, Días FestivosFunciones y Responsabilidades Clave• Realizar labores manuales para ayudar en el mantenimiento, almacenamiento y cumplimiento de pedidos de los clientes en el vivero de paisajismo.• Transportar y mezclar tierra vegetal, fertilizante, turba y otros materiales para acondicionar el suelo, utilizando herramientas manuales.• Excavar, rastrillar y tamizar tierra para llenar cubos y cajas para la plantación.• Mostrar disponibilidad para trabajar cualquier día de la semana.• Otras tareas y deberes según se asignen.Educación• Se prefiere diploma de escuela secundaria o equivalente.Cualificaciones: Experiencia, Conocimientos, Habilidades y Capacidades• Capacidad para realizar labores manuales.• Se prefiere experiencia previa en el uso de herramientas eléctricas, herramientas manuales y otro equipo.• Capacidad para seguir instrucciones específicas y protocolos de seguridad.Requisitos Físicos/Condiciones de TrabajoDurante el desempeño de las tareas de este trabajo, el empleado debe comunicarse regularmente con colegas, gerentes y proveedores, a veces rápidamente por motivos de seguridad. La posición es activa y requiere estar de pie, caminar, agacharse, arrodillarse, inclinarse, agacharse, arrastrarse y trepar durante todo el día. El empleado debe frecuentemente alcanzar, tirar, levantar y/o mover objetos que pesen hasta y más de 75 libras. El empleado debe poder trabajar al aire libre por períodos prolongados en condiciones posiblemente extremas, incluyendo lluvia, calor, sol y viento. Se espera que la posición sea de tiempo completo y puede ser programada entre semana y fines de semana.OTROSSujeto a verificación de antecedentes penales de acuerdo con las leyes, normas y regulaciones aplicables de oportunidad justa.Sobre NosotrosMoon Valley Nurseries es el mayor productor de árboles en caja y palmas en Norteamérica y es una empresa líder en la industria y de alto crecimiento que ofrece salarios competitivos con beneficios excepcionales para empleados, incluyendo seguro médico, 401(k), días festivos y PTO para todos los empleados elegibles. Moon Valley Nurseries es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y toma decisiones de contratación y empleo sin considerar características protegidas por la ley aplicable. Además, se considerarán candidatos calificados con antecedentes penales de acuerdo con todas las leyes estatales y locales aplicables de oportunidad justa. Somos un Lugar de Trabajo Libre de Drogas.#MVNLABOR