Field Manager - Fine Gardener $30 - $36/hr

Field Manager, Maintenance Division - Parterre Garden Services, Inc.Join our team as aField Manager!Parterre Garden Services,one of Greater Boston’s leading horticultural services and fine gardening companies, is looking for a talented and enthusiasticField Managerto join our team and contribute to the creation and maintenance of stunning landscapes. We maintain some of the most highly regarded landscapes in the area and are trusted as the experts in our field; our clients appreciate our knowledge, craft, and professionalism in all aspects of horticulture.TheField Managerposition at Parterre provides creative opportunities for a fine gardening professional who is interested in managing their own unique book of work. This individual will have a proven track record in the horticulture industry with personnel management, the ability to prioritize daily and seasonal tasks, and can cultivate and maintain intimate client relations. TheField Managerworks closely with Field Directors, Crew Leads, and their own team of fine gardeners to ensure the highest quality garden care for client’s properties and provides support and training to their team of gardeners.To be a successful part of our management structure, TheField Managermust possess and maintain a high level of professional communication with clients, gardeners, sub-contractors, and upper management.While our offices are located in Billerica, you will be expected to travel to our clients in Belmont, Boston, Cambridge, Dedham, Dover, Lexington, Newton, Wellesley, Weston, Winchester, among others.ResponsibilitiesManage approximately 30 client properties and all seasonal garden maintenance needs, including but not limited to container planting, landscape management, and holiday décorManage and provide oversight of all subcontracted work on properties as well as manage and oversee client budgetsTimely utilization of our CRM software to manage all aspects of accounting, scheduling, and proposal writing.Ability to apply creative solutions for complex problemsIdentify sales opportunities to enhance clients’ spaces and work with the sales team to see the sale through from concept to completion.Provide on-site training and ongoing mentoring, with Crew Lead assistance, to assigned team membersEnsure a high level of detail in all workContribute to and promote the Parterre brand to clients and industry peersRequirementsPossess strong background in horticulture and have working knowledge of annual and perennial plant material utilized in bed plantings and seasonal containersWorking knowledge of lawn care, pest identification, irrigation, arbor care, and proper pruning practicesExperience overseeing crews and managing field workProfessional and excellent communication skillsStrong attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills a mustSense of aesthetics, color, and an eye for designAbility to lift 40 lbsValid driver’s license and clean driving recordAbility to write clear and succinct daily field journal entriesThree year minimum tending perennial gardens, caring for shrubs, pruning trees to 12’, and personnel managementWhat We OfferCompetitive salary commensurate with experienceOpportunities for professional development and growthHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceOpportunity for quarterly bonusTraining programEducational reimbursement for horticulture-related study, subject to approvalA supportive and collaborative work environmentUse of a company vehicle for work purposesThis is a full-time, seasonal position (March-December). Some Saturdays may be required during busy times of the year.Typical start time:7:30 AMTypical end time:5:00 PMWork RemotelyNoJob Type:Full-timeSalary:From $30.00 per hourExpected hours:No less than 40 per weekBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offTuition ReimbursementReferral programVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftOvertime possibleDay shiftMonday to FridaySupplemental pay types:Bonus opportunitiesCOVID-19 considerations:We follow all current CDC guidelines.Experience:Perennial gardening: 3 year (Required)Work Location:Clients properties, location varies.Job Type: Full-timePay: $30.00 - $36.00 per hourBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceOpportunities for advancementPaid time offReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftMonday to FridayOvertimeWeekends as neededExperience:horticulture/gardening: 3 years (Required)Management: 1 year (Preferred)License/Certification:MA driver's license and clean driving record (Required)Work Location: On the road Apply now in 2 minutes! Powered by