Company description

We are a regenerative landscape design, build, and education firm located in Atlanta and serving the southeast. Every outdoor space we create contributes to protecting biodiversity, growing food, medicine, and pollinator habitat, building soil, and restoring the water cycle. Most gardens are designed to be high-input systems⏤water-intensive, chemically-dependent, and high maintenance. Instead of toxic, resource-heavy conventional landscapes, we build health from the ground up by transitioning landscapes to become ecologically sound, healthy ones. Our work is to reconcile the human-built environment and the natural world, creating a conversation between the two that is life-giving. 

Job description

Shades of Green is pioneering a sustainable approach to lawn care! Our EcoLawns program empowers our clients to maintain lawns in an ecologically friendly way, replacing traditional chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and fossil fuels with organic lawn amendments and solar-powered equipment.

The Sustainable Lawn Care Crew Member will become a part of the EcoLawns crew, using electric lawn care equipment to keep client lawns looking beautiful, healthy, and a beneficial part of the ecosystem. The Sustainable Lawn Care Crew Member reports directly to the Caretaking Manager.

This position is ideal for a seasoned lawn care technician who is interested in learning more about sustainable landscaping and permaculture and working in a way that supports the environment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• This is an entry-level position
• Some experience in horticulture, permaculture or landscaping is preferred
• Work requires the ability to lift/carry/wheelbarrow objects routinely weighing 35-50+lbs
• Enjoy working with others as well as independently. 
• Have clear + proactive communication skills, good people skills 
• Enjoy working outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions 
• Detail-oriented + takes pride in the work they do
• This is an ideal position if you are interested in learning more about permaculture techniques and their application. 

RESPONSIBILITIES
The EcoLawn Crew Member is accountable for the following work:

Lawn Care

• Mow, edge, and blow all clients' lawns in accordance with Shades of Green Permaculture’s standard operating and safety procedures. 
• Foster an excellent customer experience through dynamic service and holistic property care. 
• Work with a team to deliver ongoing care for clients that empowers and supports knowledge of their lawns and landscape. 
• Store materials at HQ shop and loading truck if asked
• Identify materials correctly, and ask if you aren’t sure
• Know job names
• Adhere to timelines and standards

Driver

• Pick up and drop off rental vehicles as needed
• Call and engage roadside assistance as needed
• Pick up and drop off vehicles for repairs and maintenance when notified by Logistics Assistant Manager  
• Perform daily safety checks + record issues in whip-around 
• Contact Logistics Assistant Manager with issues and fleet needs

Communication and Job Tracking

• Enter time and any expenses by the end of each day under the appropriate project.
• Respond promptly to emails
• Check calendar regularly to anticipate upcoming work

Client Management

• Defer all client questions to EcoLawn Assistant Manager 
• Maintain enthusiasm and gratitude
• All communication with clients is kind, considerate, polite, and professional.

Additional expectations

• Visibly wear the Shades of Green shirt while on job sites
• Wear steel toe/composite toe boots when onsite
• Wear appropriate safety gear (i.e. goggles, ear plugs, long sleeves, gloves, sunscreen, etc.)
• Arrive promptly 
• Utilize non-violent methods of communication and interaction when conflict arises
• Maintain a positive attitude with solutions-driven communication
• Participate in regular 1:1 feedback sessions

Compensation

this position is: hourly, varies DOE, $17.00 - $19.00

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline