Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCollege students, if you are interested in gaining some valuable skills and experience that can help build your resume, then consider joining our team. We are looking for students who have interest or classwork in construction, landscape architecture, landscape design, horticulture, biology, forestry or related courses. Help us install or care for award winning landscapes in the Dane County. Positions are available in landscape construction or landscape maintenance. There is an opportunity to return each summer season while you’re in school with successful job performance which will help get your foot in the door upon graduation to full time employment.Key benefits:$500 Sign up bonus.Work on some of the largest and most prestigious projects in Dane CountyWeekly PayGreat skill building positionRegular scheduled hours with overtime availableMultiple ways to grow your career in landscape constructionBuilding patios and wallsGrading and seeding lawnsPlanting trees and shrubsInstalling and serving irrigation systemsInstalling and maintaining waterfalls and pondsEssential Duties and Responsibilities-varies based on department/positionInstall perennials, annual flowers, trees, shrubs and mulches per landscape plansGrade soil to proper elevations, install seed or sod as directedWater plant materialPrune trees and shrubsOperate power equipment specific for each taskMow turf, string trim and remove debrisProvide weed control to keep landscape beds weed freeUse hand tools such as rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, brooms, etcInstall and/or maintain great looking landscapesWorking ConditionsWork is performed outdoorsQualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalentValid driver’s license with good driving recordCoursework in horticulture, landscape architecture or design, biology or related fieldSpecific RequirementsMust be at least 18 years of .Must have reliable transportation.Must have the ability to work Monday thru Friday with Saturday availability as needs warrantMust be willing to work outside in various weather conditions.Ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout the day.The Bruce Company is an EEO/AA employer. We embrace and encourage and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Job SpecificationsThis is a Full-time Summer position.Typical work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:45am to 5:00pm (40-55 hours per week) during ourOvertime may be required as workload dictates.
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