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Night Light, Inc. Trusted Advisor
Night Light, Inc. is looking to expand our sales team with the addition of a new Trusted Advisor. The Trusted Advisor provides landscape illumination design and customer service for our valued clients. You can be part of our award-winning team of professionals providing innovative outdoor lighting systems for property owners that appreciate the difference.
The ideal candidate will have horticultural experience and a proven sales performance record. Knowledge of lighting and/ or landscape design is a plus. If you are a hard-working, self-motivated, focused, and passionate individual, we have a place for you on our team. We would love to have the opportunity to show you what we do! Contact us for confidential consideration today: ed.reier@nightlightinc.net
Lawn Care Technician / Sprayer
Sebert Landscaping Company is seeking to hire a full time, motivated team player who likes to work outdoors and who can provide our customers with exceptional service. Qualified applicant should be able to work with minimal supervision and will be responsible for providing lawn care services to residential and commercial customers. These services include fertilization, weed/insect control, aeration and seeding. Elk Grove IL, Bartlett, IL, Roscoe, IL, and Bolingbrook IL. To send your resume, email Stephanie at sfigueroa@seber.com.
LANDSCAPE SUPERVISOR (EG)
As a supervisor at Sebert Landscaping, this position is an essential part of our growing company. As a supervisor will lead a team of field laborers to ensure they provide quality lawn care services. By developing this team through effective coaching and continuous feedback, the supervisor will help continue the growth of our company. To know more about this position, email your resume to Stephanie at sfigueroa@sebert.com. HELP WANTED
IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN
As an Irrigation Service Technician, your day-to-day responsibilities will be the startup, winterization, repair, and maintenance of commercial and residential irrigation systems. After a training period, you will primarily work alone and will be required to stock your parts, perform assigned jobs, update “as-builts”, track time and materials with the provided software and develop recommendations for systems improvements with our customers. To send your resume email Stephanie at sfigueroa@serbert.com.
Plant Health Care Specialist - Northbrook, IL
Bartlett Tree Experts is the oldest, largest, and premier scientific tree and shrub care company in the world. Our people thrive in a safety-first, entrepreneurial, promote-fromwithin environment. Join our family-owned company - and make our next success story your own.
We are seeking entry-level and experienced Plant Health Care Specialists who have a passion for preserving and caring for trees.
Responsibilities: - Perform all functions of the integrated pest management program, including administration, scheduling, inspections, sampling, treatments, inventories, equipment maintenance, record keeping, report writing, and customer relations. - Monitor, diagnose, and treat insect, disease, and cultural conditions of trees and shrubs. - Effectively operate, calibrate, and maintain equipment. -Work as a member of a tree crew, under the Crew Leader’s supervision, during the offseason.
Apply online: https://www.bartlett.com/jobopportunities/northbrook-il/plant-health-carespecialist
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Client Services and Field Operations
For over 30 years, ILM has been taking expert care of natural environments through our full range of ecological services. Whether its land or water, our experienced staff works in partnership with our clients to provide exceptional solutions that benefit both people and nature. We strive to create a family culture where each employee feels a sense of excitement, pride, and satisfaction in what we do.
ILM is always looking for positive energetic people to provide service for our clients in the Chicagoland area as part of our Client Services team. This team serves as lead point of contact for ILM customers and is accountable for the full extent of the client experience. Responsibilities include growth of services with existing clients, identifying new client opportunities, generating customer proposals and pricing, setting up projects and overseeing their success.
Additionally, the Field Operations Team is looking for a Construction Manager to lead our group of operators of water-based and amphibious equipment. Responsibilities include pricing and executing projects as well as managing equipment maintenance and logistics.
Think you might be a good fit? Please email your resume to jobs@ilmenvironments.com. For more information on what we do, please visit our website at ilmenvironments.com. We look forward to getting to know you!
CLASSIFIED ADS CLOSING DATES & RATES
June 2021 issue ads: May 15, 2021 July 2021 issue ads: June 15, 2021
PLEASE NOTE: “HELP WANTED” AD SALES ARE LIMITED TO ILCA MEMBER COMPANIES
Magazine Cost is $5 per line Minimum charge $50 Website Cost is $12 per line Minimum charge $120 (About 6 words/line)
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Project Manager
American Gardens LLC, Elmhurst, IL, is actively searching for a Project Manager with a proven track record of success in managing multiple projects and crews while hitting the forecasted gross profit margins. Ideal candidate will instruct, direct, and monitor staff; providing materials, directions, tools and logistical support to the field in order to maximize output per labor hour.
Experience in the landscape/green industry, specifically hardscapes, lighting and ornamental planting is required. This career opportunity offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus program, reimbursed business expenses and other company benefits.
To apply for this position, and learn more about job requirements and responsibilities, please forward a resume and cover letter to: Recruiting Director hr@americangardensllc.com with “Project Manager” as your email subject HELP WANTED
Landscape Enhancement Production Manager - Full Time
• Schedule all landscape enhancement work orders • Direct management of 4-5 landscape enhancement crew • Approval of all work orders and submit to admin staff for processing • Order/Secure all plant material for scheduled jobs • Coordinate delivery of plant material • Ensure correct equipment allocation and proper maintenance/storage of equipment • Assist with estimating of landscape enhancements • Knowledge of all plant material and materials needed for landscape enhancements • Knowledge of holiday décor materials and installation process • Manage yard organization and cleanliness • Keep inventory of plant material and tools • Snow Removal responsibilities in winter months
To apply, email bdolwick@wingerenlandscape.com HELP WANTED
Wanted - Brick and Natural Stone Foreman
A-1 Contractors is looking for a Brick and Stone Foreman with experience in: • Demolition of existing structures using the available equipment • Perform layout and shoot elevations as needed. • Excavation and gravel base installation for all new paving areas. • Frame, reinforce and pour concrete grade beams and stoops/stairs • Installation of brick pavers, natural stone pavers, and masonry • Evaluate the work throughout the process. • Efficiently complete paver and stone repairs. • Safely utilize company machinery and equipment • Complete accurate paperwork daily documenting production • Report to management for any materials or construction issues • Manage a 3 to 4 man crew to efficiently and accurately complete projects
Call (847) 520-1898 or Email degan824@gmail.com
Residential Maintenance Account Manager Commercial Maintenance Account Manager Landscape Designer/Project Director Management Associate
Call Maria for more information at (847) 876-8042 Or visit jamesmartinassociates.com/careers
jamesmartinassociates.com | (847) 634-1660
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Landscape Construction Project Manager
Green Grass Landscape Architecture & Construction, an ever growing and expanding design/build firm serving the Western suburbs since 1997, seeks to fill one position. Green Grass, Inc. focuses on providing a full spectrum of landscape services while specializing in high-end residential design and construction.
LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Applicant is to be well-versed in all landscape construction methods and possess the ability to interpret and implement site engineering, hardscape and landscape plans. Applicant must also have a working knowledge of plants, basic understanding of landscape design, excellent on-site client communication skills and experience with project management including but not limited to material procurement, sub-contractor sequencing, code compliance/inspections and time tracking. Role includes working with the design/sales team from project kickoff to project completion, with the goal of exceeding client expectations. Ability to multi-task, maintain a high level of organization while working in a fast-paced environment and problem solving are keys to this position. Proficiency in Spanish is a plus. Preferred applicant is to have a BLA or related horticulture degree but experience in the landscape industry is paramount. All experience levels are to be considered.
Please email resume, portfolio and salary requirements to contact@greengrasslandscape.com. All inquiries are kept confidential.
Lurie Garden Seeks Assistant Horticulturist
Lurie Garden in Chicago, IL seeks qualified candid candidates for the position of Assistant Horticulturist. This is a primarily hands-on public horticulture position. Candidates with experience in public or estate horticulture, landscape design or architecture, or similar fields are encouraged to apply. Complete position description available at www.luriegarden.org or by emailing jobs@mpfdn.org. HELP WANTED
Tree Climbers & Plant Health Care Technicians
WE ARE HIRING Work outside and be active! Full time, year round careers with benefits. Tree climbers, CDL drivers and plant health care technicians. We train and assist with acquiring credentials and professional development. Experience preferred, not required. Competitive wages, overtime opportunities and benefits include health, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k, referral program, and more. Fun work environment and people to learn from, join our team and help promote safe and professional arboriculture!
Apply Online at https://kramertree.com/careers/ or email Paul Filary pfilary@kramertree.com
Landscape Supervisor
A Safe Haven Landscaping is looking for experienced Landscape Supervisors to lead their Maintenance/Projects Crews. The Supervisor will direct activities of workers who perform duties such as mowing turf, mulching, weed and trash removal and tree or shrub installation and pruning. Overtime available.
Email ahurd@asafehaven.org or call 312-617-2054 to apply.
Project Manager
Mariani Landscape is currently looking for a talented Project Manager to join our team!
The Project Manager will assist our Design Build division, and specifically our sales leaders, in coordinating project details with internal departments and external vendors, including assisting with project installation and the management of the client relationship. This associate interacts with the sales team, design team, construction staff, and administrative support on a regular basis, as well as other departments throughout the company.
Come be part of a team that delivers top-notch service and exceptional landscape designs!
Please email your resume and cover letter to sbetz@marianilandscape.com HELP WANTED
Lead Irrigation Technician
We are looking to fill multiple positions – hiring both new and experienced irrigation technicians – ideally with at least one year of irrigation experience but willing to train. Generous comp plan, competitive hourly pay OR annual salary depending on experience. Salaried positions work 41 weeks per year (no more than 40/45 hour workweeks during peak season) with 11 weeks of paid time off. Tons of potential to grow with the Conserva team.
View details at https://bit.ly/3mo2TKI or email nwchicago@conservairrigation.com.
Account Manager | Client Representative
Main point of contact for our Landscape and Snow Removal Clients. In this role, you would be responsible for developing and fostering relationships, ensuring we are providing the Sebert Standard of Quality work. To know more about this position, email your resume to Sandra at sandra@sebert.com.
FLORAL DESIGNER- Greenhaven Landscapes, Zion, IL
Do you love creating artistic and unique spring, summer, fall, and winter seasonal displays? We have the PERFECT job for you! We welcome the interest of professional, organized, well qualified, team oriented applicants looking to advance their careers.
QUALIFICATIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: • 2 year degree or experience required • Manage seasonal color rotations • Site management/ customer service • Pesticide license or ability to obtain • Assist Maintenance Manager as needed
BENEFITS: • Salary $40,000- $55,000 • Full benefits including health, dental, retirement plan and paid time off
Please go to our website https://mygreenhaven.com/employment for more details on the job posting and how to apply.
HELP WANTED
Operations Manager
General Expectations We expect all ILT Vignocchi employees in supervisory positions to abide by the following:
Be organized and mindful that coworker’s productivity is most often dependent on your ability to complete tasks efficiently, on time and correctly.
Communicate clearly in a positive manner, especially when collaborating with coworkers and servicing our customers.
Consistently maintain a positive attitude and work environment that is encouraging for coworkers to learn and excel in their job performance.
Take personal responsibility for all actions. We do not tolerate misconduct, insubordination or lying. Any of the above is cause for immediate dismissal.
Constantly maintain a safe work environment for yourself and your coworkers.
Our customers come first.
Responsibilities:
STAFF / HR • Manage the following positions (coaching, mentoring, disciplinary action, terminating and hiring additions / replacements as required): o Construction, maintenance and irrigation superintendents o Conduct performance reviews; manage labor compensation rates, rate increases, and promotion of and termination of production staff. o Set global expectations for customer service, quality, and the importance of on-going training, teamwork and professionalism.
PRODUCTION • Order or delegate ordering of all materials for work functions. • Make certain all materials are staged in the appropriate bins 24 hours prior to the crew needing them. • Negotiate vendor payment terms when necessary (always try asking for a lower price). • Manage subcontractor relationships or delegate. Make certain that the office secures a negotiated subcontractor agreement. • Management of all production jobs at budget. • Continue to institute the LMN implementation for Time and Scheduling. • Use information from job costs to create meaningful feedback loops to production, estimating and sales staff. For construction jobs evaluations might have to be done daily / weekly. • Timely and accurate paperwork to accounting for both the operations manager and staff. • Use information from job costs to create meaningful feedback loops to production, estimating and sales staff. For construction jobs, evaluations might have to be done daily / weekly.
Email to apply: dvignocchi@iltvignocchi.com
HELP WANTED
Garden Build Crew Foreman
The Organic Gardener is looking for a Foreman to lead a build crew team responsible for the installation of our garden projects. Tasks include fence installation, soil preparation, raised bed construction, irrigation system installation and maintenance, etc.
To apply please email Verd at verd@theorganicgardener.net
Certified Arborist / Sales
Experienced Certified Arborist wanted for sales management position in Chicago North Shore Territory Prestigious, 50 yr, Chicago North Shore full-service Tree & Landscaping Company seeking to employ a Certified Arborist for a Sales Management position. Contact Robert Kinnucan, President by email rkinnucan@ aol.com
PLEASE NOTE: “HELP WANTED” AD SALES ARE LIMITED TO ILCA MEMBER COMPANIES
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Turf Specialist (Golf)
Conserv FS is a full-service agriculture cooperative offering high quality turf, energy, and agronomy products and services for the purpose of improving customer profitability since 1928. Conserv FS is headquartered in Woodstock, IL and serves patrons in southeastern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Backed by a track record of success, an excellent group of employees, and a strong financial position. As we continue to grow, we are always seeking qualified sales specialists. Currently we have an opening for a Turf Specialist (Golf).
Please click on the link for a full job description and to apply. https://jobs.growmark.com/s/hzTrz6
CLASSIFIED ADS CLOSING DATES & RATES
June 2021 issue ads: May 15, 2021 July 2021 issue ads: June 15, 2021
PLEASE NOTE: “HELP WANTED” AD SALES ARE LIMITED TO ILCA MEMBER COMPANIES
Magazine Cost is $5 per line Minimum charge $50 Website Cost is $12 per line Minimum charge $120 (About 6 words/line)
Submit your ads online at ilca.net or Call Alycia Nagy (630) 472-2851
Black Landscapes Matter
Walter Hood & Grace Mitchell Tada, editors University of Virginia Press, paperback, $35
by Heather Prince
This collection of thoughtful essays examines the many ways Black landscapes matter from the earliest days of slavery and settlement through today’s urban planning projects. Case studies, critiques, and discussions delve into the many facets of what makes a landscape and how populations are impacted by as well as how they themselves impact the land on which we dwell. Divided into three sections; calls to action, practicing culture; and notes from the field; this volume sparks investigation into these often forgotten landscapes around us.
In the first section, the essays touch on the physical divisions present especially in our urban cityscapes that are remains of segregation, redlining, and other racist real estate practices. It also reflects upon how Black neighborhoods have developed a landscape and rhythm of their own in the face of these realities and how tightly knit these communities can be. The physical cityscape reinforces the boundaries as well as provides a built context for these communities.
In the second section, examples are provided of ways Black culture flourishes today and projects that have incorporated and celebrated Black communities. One way is to reconnect to the past and shine a light on how the community evolved over time. Explorations into the cultural history of these landscapes allowed planners to access their pasts as industrial sites, farms, mining operations, busy ports, and more. Sculptural elements to commemorate events are explored as well as new architecture that includes landscape architecture to shape and explore the context of museums and memorials.
It is the third section where case studies delve deeply into the Black landscape experience. Here we learn how slavery shaped the colonial landscapes from the men and women who physically moved earth and terraced the land to how particular African tribes were desired due to their skills or abilities. We discover that rice farming in South Carolina was developed by the Wolof people from present-day West Africa who were captured for that purpose through the case study of Middleton Place plantation. This group was chosen not only for their rice-farming knowledge, but also because of their resistance to malaria so prevalent in the areas around Charleston. We also dive into a case study of Detroit and how post-recession planning was implemented to knit the needs of communities with extensive vacant lots with public spaces, regenerating neighborhoods, creating agricultural and garden areas, commercial development, and stormwater management. These essays also review how Black towns and settlements, particularly in the South, sprang up post-Civil War, thrived, and inevitably faded as segregation, racism, and migration took their toll, leaving landforms behind. The last case study examines the Beerline Trail in Milwaukee. This rails-to-trails development links a patchwork of different neighborhoods to Lake Michigan, connecting disparate landscapes with different racial populations. Driven by a call for more green space and propelled by a multi-cultural demand for art and community relationships with these new landscapes, the Beerline Trail transformed neglected industrial sites into thriving natural areas and cultural places.
This volume is densely layered and complex. You will find out about and perhaps gain awareness of some of the cultural history of the United States that lies beneath our feet. Landscapes matter and as we peel back the layers of time, racism, and colonialism, this book amply demonstrates that Black landscapes play an important role yesterday and today.
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