Career Opportunities for 2021!

Business Developer / Landscape Sales

Compensation: This is a salaried, business development position that includes a commission plan providing the opportunity to earn up to $120k or more per year! Prospective Combined Hiring and Annual Commission Bonuses ranging to $10,000! This is a full-time, year round position.

Who we are interested in hiring:

SLS Landscape is looking for a Business Developer to generate leads and sales for both residential and commercial Landscape Maintenance and Landscape Design & Build. SLS has a high-end clientele, so we are looking for someone polished and professional that has a history working in the landscaping field. Knowledge with hardscape projects, design, landscape blueprints, plants and maintenance are a must.

Self-motivated, excellent communication, follow through, setting client expectations and hustle are all ideal skills for the candidate we are searching for. As is a love for the industry and outdoor living.

Preferences:

· Certifications and/or Licenses in industry related fields such as: Horticulturist, ICPI, etc.

· Bachelor’s Degree

· Minimum of 5 years of sales experience; preferably in landscape related field

Other characteristics we look for:

· An optimistic attitude – we all have good days and bad days. We are looking for team members that can still give a smile, tell a joke and enjoy their workday even when Dunkin’s screwed up your coffee that morning.

· Desire to learn new skills and new techniques – we want you to enjoy your job, utilize your existing skills and improve in areas you are interested in.

· Proactive/Problem Solver – knowing how to navigate a tricky situation and giving a client the best service possible often requires one to make decisions in the moment. Having this innate ability is a benefit to all.

· Listen – Listening is a skill we all struggle with on occasion, but is crucial to effective communication between you, your fellow employees and clients. Knowing how to sit back, listen and apply what you’ve heard is a talent to be proud of!

· Sense of Humor – In our opinion, laughing is part of the recipe needed to love your job. We aren’t looking for comedians, you don’t have to tell any jokes, you could even be an introvert. We just want you to enjoy coming to work every day (well, maybe not every day, sometimes Monday’s are rough ;)) and to us that includes some laughter throughout the day!

Benefits:

· Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Time Off

· Educational Assistance

· Employee Events

· Uniforms, Snacks, Beverages and more!

We welcome your questions and interest regarding this position so please reach out! We look forward to meeting you! Email resume to sally@sls-landscapes.com 

SLS Landscape Design & Development is an equal opportunity employer.

The Irrigation Technician is responsible for starting, closing, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing moderately complex irrigation systems. This role requires someone to work independently, as well as take direction from the Irrigation Supervisor. 

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Irrigation Technician
• Program, replace, and wire valves correctly; install timers; perform sprinkler retrofits; diagnose and repair electrical and hydraulic controllers, backflow preventers, and remote-control valves as needed  
• Purchase materials and tools necessary for completion of irrigation maintenance and repairs within budget and authority limitations
• Familiar with water management practices by keeping water usage under budget
• Understands the relationship between job quality and customer service, satisfaction, and retention
• Valid Driver’s License 
• Seasonal snow removal duties required (could be plowing, operating equipment and/or shoveling)

Preferred:

• CIT – Certified Irrigation Technician 
• Additional skills in the landscaping/construction fields a plus (e.g. snow removal, landscape maintenance, etc.) 

This is a full-time, seasonal position. 

Starting pay $20 - $28 per hour. Compensation commensurate with experience.

We are not currently hiring for our office staff. 

Design Build Crew Members carry out all landscape construction tasks. We build high end outdoor spaces and are looking for dedicated, talented team members. Experience a must! 

Qualifications:

• Ability to operate power equipment safely and effectively
• Valid driver's license
• CDL and Hydraulics License preferred
• Ability to build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members and customers

Landscape Maintenance Crew Members carry our all maintenance tasks. Our clients care about their properties and want perfectly mowed lawns, precise edging, expert pruning and meticulous attention to detail. 

Experience preferred. 

Qualifications:

• Experience of 1 year or more preferred 
• Experience with commercial equipment preferred 
• Able to withstand outdoor elements
• Able to lift 50 lbs 

Duties will include, but are not limited to: Mowing, Edging, Mulching & Raking

SNOW CREW MEMBERS

Shovelers 

This is an on-call position that is dependent on Mother Nature. Once snow is forcasted, our Crew Leaders call all members to get ready. It could be that we need you here at 7 am, 4 pm, 9 pm or midnight. You need to be available at any hour for this position. It's long, hard work but great money! Excellent winter gig for anyone in a seasonal job: construction, etc. 

Snow Shovelers - $22 - $24 per hour - No experience necessary

Lead Snow Shovelers - $24 - $28 - Some experience necessary