Landscape Construction Team Member

LANDSCAPING CONSTRUCTION ~ Team Apprentice & Team Technicians

Benson Enterprises is one of the premier design/build landscape management firms in the Rochester area, providing a comprehensive range of services from landscape design to installation and maintenance for over 35 years. We prioritize customer service and quality work, striving to exceed our customers’ expectations from start to finish. Our team members enjoy a positive and growth-oriented atmosphere, driven by our Core Values: Quality, Safety, Teamwork, Positivity, Sustainability, Diversity, and Discipline.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic landscape professionals to join our growing team and contribute to our continued success. At Benson Enterprises, we offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities for year-long employment and professional growth.

Pay : $19.00 – $22.00/hour starting pay, with opportunity to increase to $30/hour with leadership positions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• All candidates must have experience with installation of patios, walkways, retaining walls, steps, plantings, etc.
• A focus on providing excellent communication and customer service to all our clients.
• Landscaping and hands on experience preferred, horticulture degree a plus.
• Highly motivated, reliable, and strong attention to detail.
• Strong time management, job planning skills, problem solving skills, and mechanical aptitude are a must.
• Positive attitude with appreciation and excitement towards the industry.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Individuals must be physically capable of properly lifting heavy materials on a regular basis.
• Will routinely load/unload vehicles (including equipment onto trailers) and safely transport equipment and materials to the job site.
• Safely operate vehicles such as trucks and trailer combinations.
• Clean and professional appearance.
• Punctual and dependable.
• Willing to work in a smoke-free workplace.
• Requires a high school degree or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License preferred but not required.
• Bi-Lingual in Spanish a plus, but not required.

In addition to the requirements above, the unique responsibilities, knowledge, and experience for each of the positions is as follows:

• Completes the job in the most time-efficient manner while meeting the company productivity targets and meeting our quality standards.
• Routinely interacts with customers when working at job sites by answering questions, responding to customer requests, and ensuring the customer’s satisfaction throughout the project.
• Always maintain a clean and safe job site.
• Operates a variety of mechanical equipment including but not limited to brick saws, blowers, line trimmers, skid steer, back hoe, etc.
• Ensures that all equipment safety and maintenance procedures are followed and notifies management of needed repairs.
• Strong candidates will be able to work well following instructions from the Team Leader, handling appointed responsibilities and helping others to achieve their goals.
• There is a distinguished willingness to learn proper techniques and the correct and safe operation of all hand tools, power tools, tractors and bobcats.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints / design plans and execute the work as planned.
• ICPI and/or NCMA certifications preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSITIONS:

• Must be able to pass a drug screen.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors and be exposed to all weather conditions.
• Ability to stand and bend for periods of time.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Monday – Friday, Saturdays as needed during peak seasons.
• Hours at times may vary depending on work demands.
• Overtime available

BENEFITS:

• Medical and Dental Insurance (80% paid Team Member premium and 50% family)
• Vision Insurance
• 401 K with Company Matching
• Benson Enterprises provides life insurance and additional short term & long-term disability insurance at no cost to you. Employee Health, Dental plans and HSA contributions are covered by our Section 125 Cafeteria Plan. A cafeteria plan allows employees to pay certain qualified expenses on a pre-tax basis.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays.
• Monthly company breakfasts and social/team building events (examples: company cookouts, laser tag, etc). We pride ourselves on an excellent work environment and sense of community within the company.
• Performance-based bonus program.
• English and Spanish classes available.
• Professional Development classes available.
• Continuous training to promote professional growth within the company.

Experience:

• Hardscape: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• ICPI (Preferred)
• NCMA (Preferred)

Work location:

• 1986 Bennett Rd, Victor, NY, 14564