Landscape Construction Crew Member

Rine Landscape Group, Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Training programs

Job summary

Rine Landscape Group is seeking a dependable Landscape Construction Crew Member to join our hands-on crew in Columbus, OH. This role involves installing plants, patios, retaining walls, stone, lawns, and other features under a Crew Leader's guidance.

Entry is welcome with training provided; reliable transportation is required and a valid driver’s license is not needed. Expect starting pay around $18/hr with benefits and a supportive team culture focused on quality work.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to shop and jobsites.
• Ability to read and understand basic work instructions.
• Willingness to learn landscape-construction practices and safe equipment operation.
• Dependable attendance and positive attitude.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant installation and transporting plants.
• Move materials around jobsites with wheelbarrows and carts.
• Use hand tools to prepare planting areas and install hardscape elements.
• Assist with installing pavers, natural stone, retaining walls, and patios.
• Support other softscape and hardscape activities as assigned.
• Safely operate and care for tools and equipment.
• Report equipment damage or repair needs to Crew Leader.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized jobsites.
• Complete jobsite cleanup and account for equipment and materials.
• Interact professionally with clients and team members.
• Arrive on time and follow Crew Leader instructions.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Read basic instructions

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Background check

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Reliable Transportation Required - Driver’s License Not Required

Rine Landscape Group is seeking a dependable Landscape Construction Crew Member to join our construction team.

This is a hands-on position working alongside a Crew Leader and other team members to install plants, patios, retaining walls, natural stone, lawns, and other landscape features. Previous experience is helpful but not required. We are looking for someone who is dependable, willing to learn, works well with others, and takes pride in doing quality work.

Important: Reliable transportation to the shop and assigned jobsites is required. A driver’s license is not required for this position.

This position reports to the Landscape Construction Crew Leader.

Compensation And Benefits

• Starting at $18 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available
• Company-supported training and industry education

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant installation, including transporting plants, preparing soil, adding amendments, and placing plant material.
• Move materials around jobsites using wheelbarrows, ball carts, tarps, hand tools, and other equipment.
• Use shovels, picks, rakes, and other hand tools to prepare planting areas, install hardscape elements, grade lawns, and complete seed or sod installation.
• Assist with installing concrete pavers, natural stone, retaining walls, patios, and other landscape features.
• Support other softscape, hardscape, and landscape-maintenance activities as assigned.
• Safely operate and care for assigned tools and equipment.
• Report equipment damage, malfunctions, or repair needs to the Crew Leader.
• Help maintain clean, safe, and organized jobsites.
• Complete jobsite cleanup and help account for company equipment and materials.
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment and materials.
• Maintain a professional appearance and interact politely with clients.
• Arrive on time, listen carefully, and complete assignments provided by the Crew Leader.

Winter Operations

• Participate in snow-removal operations during the winter months.
• Assist with snow-removal tasks and safely operate assigned equipment when qualified and authorized.

Required Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to the shop and assigned jobsites
• Ability to read and understand basic work instructions
• Willingness to learn landscape-construction practices and safe equipment operation
• Dependable attendance and a positive attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of landscape, construction, horticulture, or related experience
• Familiarity with planting, pruning, hardscape installation, or landscape maintenance
• Experience using hand tools or operating landscape-construction equipment

Previous experience is helpful but not required. Training will be provided to candidates who demonstrate reliability, a willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic.

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You

• Take pride in doing quality work.
• Are dependable and ready to learn.
• Work well with others and accept coaching.
• Care for tools, equipment, and company property.
• Communicate respectfully with teammates, leaders, and clients.
• Take ownership of completing work safely and correctly.

Our Core Values

Accountability: Do what you say you will do. Communicate early and often - no surprises. Do what is right, even when no one is looking, and always operate with safety in mind.

Quality: Be respectful, courteous, and professional. Strive for excellence and focus on the details. Details matter.

Teamwork: When someone needs help, offer support. We win, lose, and learn as a team. Take the time to teach and learn.

Swing the Hammer: Plan the work, then work the plan. Focus your efforts, use the right tool, and do what it takes to complete the job correctly.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Regularly stand, walk, crouch, stoop, kneel, and reach
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds
• Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, snow, and wet or humid conditions
• Work around moving mechanical equipment
• Work on residential and commercial properties
• Occasionally work around homeowners’ pets

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rine Landscape Group is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.