Monday, July 30, 2007

Lawn Care Tech-$2000/month+

Nutri-Lawn, local leaders in Ecology Friendly Lawn Care is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our growing team. If you love working outdoors, have a good driving record, and are looking for great compensation + benefits.

Call 800 330-3570 to setup an interview. No Experience necessary.

Location: Kirkland, WA
Compensation: $2000-$4000 a month

Interior Horticulture Technician-$10-12/hr

Join a leading award winning team of horticulture professionals!

We are looking for an interior tropical plant technician for this growing department at Botanical Designs. The right individual will maintain beautiful tropical plants in hotels, malls, office buildings, etc. F/T, P/T positions available. Company vehicle provided. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Educational opportunities available, including participation in a nationally recognized certification program.

Requirements for this position include, but are not limited to the following:
-Knowledge of tropical plants
-Good driving record
-Ability to do physical work
-Excellent customer service skills

Staring pay is $10.00-$12.00/hour with an excellent benefit package. If you are interested in the exciting opportunity please call Michelle at (206)932-3784 or email resume to michelle@botanicaldesigns.com or fax resume to (206)343-7140.

Retail Nursery- $10/hr +

Savage Plants and Landscape

Hours per Week: 40
*Wage/Salary: DOE, beginning at $10.00 per hour
Phased benefits package available
Employment Start Date: September 1, 2007

Responsibilities ·Knowledgeably assist customers in selecting plants best suited to their landscape conditions and tastes ·Provide customers with garden design assistance ·Maintain an outstanding level of customer service ·Cashier ·Help keep the nursery running smoothly: o Help customers load purchases o Skilled watering o Stock displays o Plant care Job Details ·Full-time ·Includes weekend and/or evening work ·Pay DOE ·Benefits package available ·Non-smoking company ·Start date approximately September 1

Educational Requirements ·Minimum two-year degree in horticulture/landscape design or equivalent experience

Qualifications Required: ·Excellent knowledge of plant identification and care ·Skilled in landscape design ·Strong communication skills ·Upbeat approach to people and situations ·Flexible in daily routines, and open to learning new skills ·Able to lift 50 pounds ·Able to work weekends/evenings

Qualifications Preferred:
Merchandising skills a plus

Please apply in person with current resume. Ask for Hollie, Jim or Anne

Contact Information:

Hollie or Jim Savage
6810 NE State Hwy. 104
Kingston, WA 98346

Phone: 360-297-8711
Fax: 360-297-8717
Email: savageplants@centurytel.net

Landscape Accnt. Mngr.-$DOE

Teufel Nursery, Inc. is hiring for a Landscape Account Manager in their commercial maintenance department in Issaquah, WA. This is a great career opportunity with a leader in the landscaping industry. This position requires a minimum of 3 years experience in a commercial maintenance position, including supervisory experience. This position oversees the maintenance of a large residential community. Spanish speaking a plus. The position requires experience in overseeing several crews, working within a monthly budget, creating proposals/invoices, and working cooperatively with other managers and supervisors. Good customer relation skills a must!

For additional information on Teufel Nursery, Inc., visit our website at www.Teufel.com

Science &Environmental Educators- $DOE/position

PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER is hiring and we want you on our team! Come and be a part of an organization that has been a Seattle icon for over 44 years. We are a not-for-profit science foundation engaging diverse communities and inspiring interest in science, mathematics and technology.

We are currently recruiting for several positions in our Education division!
* Washington State LASER Program Supervisor (FT)
* Operations Coordinator (Admin. support) for Science On Wheels Program (FT)
* Teachers for Science On Wheels Program (FT)
* Teacher Education Event and Contract Specialist (FT)
* Weekend Instructor @ Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center (Part-time)

The full-time postions are benefits eligible and here are some of the benefits that are offered: * Medical insurance * Dental insurance * Vision/Hearing insurance * Flexible savings account * 403(b) tax sheltered annuity plan

If you have the desire to be part of a fun and inspiring organization then apply today! For detailed job information and application procedures, please visit our website at www.pacificsciencecenter.org . Click on the jobs link and then the specific job title.

Life is boring without discovery. Come and discover your employment opportunities today at Pacific Science Center!

PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Pacific Science Center is located at 200 2nd Avenue North in Seattle... underneath the arches!

Horticulturalist - $DOE

Mountain View Funeral Home & Memorial Park, the largest combination funeral home/cemetery in one location in the Pacific Northwest, located in Lakewood, Washington, has a great opportunity for a talented horticulturist.
This is an opportunity for someone with a passion and aptitude for horticulture to showcase their skills. Mountain View is 4th generation family owned and has a staff of over 70 employees and over 95 developed acres of park.

Qualifications:
• Knowledgeable of landscape design, planting, pruning, pesticides, and other horticulture information. • Certified as a Landscape Technician a plus. • Knowledge/experience with commercial irrigation a plus.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Oversee the total landscape design, plantings and maintenance of cemetery grounds. • Hands-on in mowing grass, pruning shrubs, trimming trees and planting flowers and shrubs in the cemetery. • May also be required to do other cemetery related jobs as needed. • Will supervise other staff as needed for projects.

This is a full time job with union benefits including full medical, dental, vision and a generous 401k retirement plan.

If interested, please send cover letter & resume to:
hr@mountainviewtacoma.com -or-

Mountain View Funeral Home & Memorial Park
Attn: HR Dept P.O. Box 99947
Lakewood, WA 98496-0947

Thursday, July 19, 2007

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Tuesday, July 10, 2007

Arboriculturist - $24.21-28.27/hr

Arboriculturist (TRN-702837)

Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 1, 2007 - Sun, Jul 15, 2007
Openings
1 Opening

Salary
$24.21 to $28.27 an hour (DOE)

Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard

Position Duties
Plan and supervise the maintenance of street trees by the SDOT tree crew; act in a support capacity for the crew. Inspect trees on City rights-of-way, select and monitor contractors who provide tree care services, prepare monthly reports. Investigate and respond to service requests from the public. Identify trees and plant materials, recognize plant diseases, pests, cultural and nutritional deficiencies, and recommend corrective treatments. Develop and manage project budget for acquisition and maintenance of trees and plantings. Order and inspect plant and tree materials. Maintain inventory of all trees and plants. Contact citizens and community groups to respond to inquiries and resolve complaints. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.

Required Qualifications
At least three years of experience in the care, planting, and maintenance of trees and plant materials, and the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Forestry, Natural Resources, Botany, or related field, with demonstrated experience in supervision or lead work.Required to work in all weather conditions and stand, bend and walk for extended periods. Occasional exposure to toxic chemicals and pesticides is required.WA State driver’s license. Submit a driver’s abstract on request. A background check may be required.

Desired Qualifications
ISA Certified Arborist; computer skills in GIS, tree inventory, MS Office applications. Experience in dealing with the public in a municipal setting. Two years supervisory experience in an Arboricultural or related field. WA State Pesticide Applicator’s License.

Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/

Tree Trimmer - $20.49-22.16/hr

Tree Trimmer (TRN-702806)
Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 1, 2007 - Sun, Jul 15, 2007
Openings
1 Opening

Salary
$20.49 to $22.16 an hour (DOE)

Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard

Position Duties
Perform tree maintenance activities such as pruning or removing arterial, residential, and greenbelt trees with the use of hydraulic aerial equipment, or by climbing, using ropes, saddles or ladders. Adhere to safety policy and procedures including the use of hard hats and safety glasses and the inspection of cutting and climbing equipment. Perform general maintenance around street trees. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.

Required Qualifications
One year experience in urban forestry, landscape maintenance, tree farming, or tree trimming which involves the use of safety harnesses, climbing equipment, aerial hydraulic lift trucks, rigging, and chain saws and includes the application of arboricultural practices, proper pruning methods, and related safety practices.Required to stand, walk, climb trees, or bend for extended periods. Frequently required to lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds. May require handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances. Ability to work a flexible shift, and be on-call at all times in case of emergencies. Required to work outdoors in all types of weather. Required to work at varying heights and within legal/safe distances to electrical hazards and with the possible dangers of falling. Required to operate machinery and equipment with extreme caution, including hydraulic aerial lift trucks, wood chippers, stump cutters, winches, chainsaws, and handsaws. Familiarity with State and Federal regulations regarding tree trimming. Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of employment and pass a drug test as part of the City’s CDL random drug test pool. Ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR card, and Flagging/Traffic Control card within 90 days of employment. Pass a working test. WA State driver’s license. Submit a complete driver’s abstract on request. Pass a pre-employment physical. A background check. may be required.

Desired Qualifications
ACRT Line clearance certification or experience working adjacent to electrical conductors. ISA Certified Arborist or Certified Tree Worker. Experience working along high volume transportation corridors or similar sites where pedestrian and traffic control measures are required for work operations. Knowledge and practical experience in work site hazard/traffic safety setup. Good communication skills.

Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/

Gardener - $19.27-20.80/hr

Gardener (TRN-702891)
Status
Regular / Full Time
Shift
See Description
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 8, 2007 - Sun, Jul 22, 2007
Openings
Multiple Openings

Salary
$19.27 to $20.80 an hour (DOE)

Department
Transportation
Location
West Seattle Yard/9200 8th Ave SW

Position Duties
The Urban Forestry Section needs two Gardeners; 1 full-time and 1 part-time. Maintain landscaped areas along high-volume transportation corridors where traffic control measures are required to protect the safety of the work crew and the public. Prune, plant, and perform general maintenance around street trees. Maintain formally landscaped areas in street rights-of-way. Maintain lawn areas, mowing and turf renovation. Apply pesticides as needed (i.e. insecticides and herbicides). Control weed growth. Work with public volunteer groups. Renovate shrub beds and plant annuals and perennials. Operate mowing and other equipment used in landscape maintenance. At times may supervise Assistant Gardener, Laborers, or volunteer staff. Current hours of operation for the landscape section are 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. including mandatory response to emergency calls at off hours both day and night and availability for overtime on weekend days. Work in a multi-cultural work place and customer base with an emphasis on communication for cooperation, collaboration, inclusiveness, anti-racism and pluralism.

Required Qualifications
The equivalent of two years work experience in landscape construction or maintenance, or in the propagation and maintenance of flowers, plants, shrubs, and trees at a conservatory, greenhouse, or nursery. Expertise in the identification of plant materials and knowledge necessary for complex work in plant propagation, transplanting, soil preparation, pruning and spraying of trees, shrubs, and other plant materials. Knowledge of the methods, materials, procedures, tools, and equipment associated with landscape maintenance and gardening and knowledge to determine correct conditions for plant survival or weed control.Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions and in areas exposed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Requires the ability to properly lift loads up to 50 pounds and to perform tasks that require manual dexterity. Handle or work with toxic or hazardous substances.Ability to obtain Washington Public Pesticide operator’s license and Flagger certification required after appointment. WA State driver’s license. Submit a driver’s abstract on request. Pass a pre-employment physical. A background check may be required.

Desired Qualifications
Experience working in landscaped areas along high volume transportation corridors or similar sites where pedestrian and traffic control measures are required for work operations. Experience working in commercial, institutional or public agency landscaping.

Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/

Forest Maint. Worker- $21.87-23.56/hr

Forest Maintenance Worker - Temporary (SPU-702880)

Status
Temporary / Part Time
Shift
Day Shift
Filing Dates
Sun, Jul 8, 2007 - Sun, Jul 22, 2007
Openings
3 Openings

Salary
$21.87 to $23.56 an hour (DOE)

Department
Public Utilities
Location
Cedar Falls / 20 miles east of Seattle

Position Duties
Perform a variety of semi-skilled work in forest road maintenance, reforestation, fire prevention and suppression, and build rough structures. Participate in a team that builds, maintains, and repairs facilities and structures on watershed lands. Use power and hand tools used in forestry and construction work, forest fire detection and suppression. Work outdoors in all types of weather and do extensive driving, lifting, carrying, and other heavy physical labor. Drive 10 yard dump trucks and pickups on gravel mountain roads. Work daily around construction equipment installing and cleaning culverts and maintaining roads. Operate chainsaws, brush saws and other related equipment.

Required Qualifications
Two years of experience in forestry, logging, road construction and maintenance, or closely related heavy outdoor work and at least two years of general construction experience. Washington State driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications
CDL Class B endorsement for driver’s license.

Additional Requirements
A background check will be required for candidates selected for this position.
A pre-employment physical will be required for candidates selected for this position.
A driver's license will be required for candidates selected for this position.

Apply at http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/

Friday, July 6, 2007

Landscape Lead - $DOE

Top residential design/build landscape firm is seeking qualified applicants to be a Lead Person on our construction crew. Candidates should have 2+ years experience in all phases of landscape installation including hardscape, soil preparation and planting. Strong communication/supervision skills, ability to read plans and a willingness to learn also required. Valid DL and clean driving record required. Bilingual and plant knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities will include: assisting crew foreman with supervision and training of construction crew, assuming a leadership role in the absence of the foreman, working as part of a team.

Salary DOE. This is a FT position offering benefits including heath insurance, direct deposit and paid time off.


APPLICANTS: Please fax or email a resume outlining your work history and qualifications
FAX: 206 784-1264 EMAIL: charlie@williamsonlandscape.com


We are professionals with high expectations of our employees, our work and ourselves. We depend on our dedicated staff to provide exceptional work, while having fun and creating beautiful gardens.

Associate Gardener - $DOE

Associate Gardener: Vulcan Inc

No of Openings: 2
Work Schedule: Full-time
Hours per Week: 40
*Wage/Salary: DOE

Benefits:
Competitive Wages, full range of benefits including a matching 401k, 100% medical/dental insurance premiums for employees and 70% for dependents, paid vacation and paid training.
Employment Start Date:

*Job Description:
We are hiring 2 full-time, year round Landscape Gardener's for a high-end residential estate in the Seattle area. This position is responsible for working as a member of a team to maintain the highest quality gardening practices and procedures. This is a hands-on position that may also be required to assist in other related duties. Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain/plant trees, shrubs, perennials, hedges, climbing roses, vines and containers. Handle seasonal lawn maintenance, leaf removal, edging and weeding. Maintain the greenhouse. Plant and maintain fruits and vegetables for growth and harvest. Maintain and assist to winterize irrigation. Groom paths, remove snow and ice from surrounding all buildings and entry gate in winter. Help to clean, maintain and operate landscaping equipment. Assist with maintenance projects. Organize tables, seedlings, plants, changing out of plants and wash windows. Support and participate in other duties as determined necessary.

*Qualifications Required:
Qualifications: HS diploma or GED and 1+ years gardening/landscaping experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to understand and speak English. Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight, measurement, volume and distance. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Strong attention to detail. Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Reliable and dependable. Excellent organizational skills; ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to effectively respond to requests and questions from managers, supervisors and co-workers.

*Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please send a resume to Gardenerjobs@gmail.com with the title Gardener in the subject line or fax a resume to 206-254-3201.