Northouse Landscaping


Job Candidate Information

We are interested in hiring positive, self-starting, thinking, productive, conscientious, independent, friendly, hardworking individuals with a passion for plants and landscapes. We offer full time, part time and seasonal positions to career minded individuals who recognize and embrace the symbiotic relationships that exist within our company.

At Northouse Landscape, we offer on the job training and a commitment to help you get to the professional level you desire. Here, you will be a vital part of our organization and will be assigned meaningful tasks that will make you part of the foundation of an industry leader.


Landscape Maintenance Positions

Our maintenance crews have the important job of maintaining not only landscapes, but also presenting the everyday face of our organization with regular visits to many of our existing clients. Each of our specialists work together as a team to provide the Landscape Maintenance Services listed below.

  • Pruning trees and shrubs
  • De-weeding beds
  • Grass cutting
  • Herbicide and fertilizer applications
  • Edging and extending beds
  • Spreading different mulches
  • Watering and fertilizing plants
  • Gutter cleaning
  • Installing holiday lighting
  • Protecting plants
  • Installing minor plantings and seeding

  • Horticultural Specialist
    Visit various properties on a regular basis and care for planting beds using a variety of techniques ensuring that seasonal tasks are executed and appearance of property is optimal. Maintain communication between clients, other maintenance personnel and management, regarding property status and services. Assist in the execution of the Landscape Maintenance Services listed above.

    Turf Mowing Specialist
    Maintain lawns on a regular basis using a variety of power equipment. Utilize different mowing techniques in various areas, preventing damage to turf areas. Assist in the execution of the Landscape Maintenance Services listed above.

    Chemical Application Specialist
    Safely apply herbicides and fertilizers onto lawns and into planting beds, recognizing weed issues and addressing with proper application and follow up. Assist in the execution of the Landscape Maintenance Services listed above.


    Landscape Construction Positions

    Landscape Sales and Design
    Our sales and design staff members have the important job of first impression and relationship building. They present the positive image of our organization to potential clients, while maintaining that image to existing clients. They are personally responsible for proactively finding and developing leads for sales, scheduling in person appointments, identifying client landscape needs and providing creative solutions that are within their vision and budget. Upon the sale of a landscape, the salesperson manages the project throughout the process. This includes ordering and locating materials, “on site” visits to the project to ensure proper plan execution, daily communication with client to ensure customer confidence and satisfaction, and payment collections for their projects. In addition, members of our sales team maintain regular contact with customers and network via outside organizations to continue building their lead base and the company image in the market.
    Sales candidates should possess the following:

  • A desire to meet new people
  • A desire to sell
  • Willingness to be a member of an outside organization to build a lead base
  • Willingness to attend trade shows and recruitment fairs
  • Strong computer literacy
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Creativity
  • Plant and landscape construction knowledge
  • Drafting and design skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Self starter with strong organization / project management skills
  • Minimum of three years experience in landscape sales

  • Compensation is commensurate with experience, sales volume and profitability.

    Landscape Construction Personnel
    Our landscape construction personnel have the exciting and challenging job of bringing landscapes to life. They work closely with designers to ensure proper plan execution, utilizing different construction techniques and materials on landscapes ranging from simple to complex. All members are asked to follow written instructions, while more advanced crew members are asked to review and follow technical drawings.

    Landscape Construction Services Include:

  • Tree, shrub and perennial planting
  • Dry and wet set patios and walls
  • Grading and seeding
  • Mulching and edging
  • Plant renovation

  • Snow Removal Personnel
    Our snow removal personnel are provided with safe, comfortable, reliable equipment to use while attacking winter’s snow falls. They are available at any time of the day and week to perform winter snow services and take personal responsibility to stay apprised of weather forecasts while maintaining communication with production management.

    Internships
    Northouse Landscape offers a variety of comprehensive internships that are structured to provide students with a wide breadth of experiences. We encourage students at all grade levels of “green industry” related studies to visit our facility and apply for a summer internship.

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