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- Design Works has been in business for over 15 years and our staff has over 150 years of combined experience in the landscaping industry, plus 3 landscape architects on staff.
- Design Works has young, energetic owners, who look to expand and love their business, increase efficiency and improve the team’s quality of life
- We love to collaborate with our Team Members and are open to your ideas.
- We foster career paths and entrepreneurial opportunities.
- Most positions are full-time, year-round.
- We proudly offer full benefits, Medical, Dental, IRA Match and earned Paid Time Off
- New, top-of-the-line equipment always on rotation.
- Easy Commute – close to a major highway.
- We have a substantial snow plowing operation with large loaders and commercial lots, creating opportunity for plenty of winter work.
Open Positions:
Design Works is a premier landscape architecture firm that specializes in residential landscape construction in the Southern New Hampshire area. We have been in business since 2006 and thrive on our passion for craftsmanship and artistic design for homeowners through elaborate plantings, custom outdoor living designs and more.
Join our team and find the difference in a positive atmosphere, healthy team culture and advancement opportunities. Our company provides benefits such as PTO, health, dental, profit sharing and bonuses year round. We believe in rewarding hard work and giving chances to those who earn them.
Currently we are looking for someone who is a skilled machine operator to complete sitework for us. We are growing rapidly and are adding to our staff so that our current machine operator may step out of the field and into a management position.
Qualifications
- Demonstrate self-motivation, reliability, and a strong team-oriented approach
- Possess a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the excavating field, showcasing your expertise
- Proficiency in operating heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, haul trucks) is a must
- Hands-on experience laying foundations and walkways, for patios & driveways
- Exhibit forward-thinking capabilities
- Hold a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Capable of lifting objects weighing up to 50lbs
- Must be willing to plow in the winter time.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate effectively within a team of sitework and excavation operators, technicians, and project leaders to achieve project milestones
- Operate a diverse range of heavy equipment such as excavators and dozers with precision and expertise
- Execute accurate grading of dirt & stone subbase for walkways, patios, driveways, etc.
- Effectively manage team of shovelers and plowing sites during winter season.
Benefits
- $28 – $35/hr
- Medical and Dental Options
- 401k Matching
- PTO
- Overtime Potential (seasonally)
- Company Events
- Bonus Potential
- Ongoing Training for Career Growth
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Vacation
- Sick Days
- Monday to Friday 7:00a – 4:30p (w/ lunch break)
We are hiring full and part-time help now! Join now and get a great position on our landscape team for the 2024 season. Get paid for snow storms and grab some consistent winter hours with us too!
We take fighting snow and ice seriously and we prioritize safety. We are professionally equipped to service our many Commercial Customers with new equipment, innovative technology, and we follow state-of-the-art salt reduction practices.
Minimum position responsibilities:
- Utilize our snow equipment to remove winter snow and treat ice, under the supervision of our Territory Manager(s).
- Great communication skills. Need to regularly communicate with managers via phone and text to assist in prompt snow removal and to report completed duties, accurately
- Respond promptly, be available to be on-call, and work in all weather conditions such as snow, ice, wet conditions, and extreme cold.
- Ensure that the areas assigned to you are sufficiently cleared and safe for customer use. Interpret and utilize site maps and instructions.
- Practices attention to detail.
- Commit to excellent work. Commitment to safety and safe working procedures.
- Definitely a plus to enjoy physical work, being physically fit, and running equipment.
- Takes the snow game seriously and works on behalf of our customers and our full team combined.
Start with us now. For the right candidate, a customer position with us long-term may be available (irrigation experience, lawn care, planting and gardening experience, mechanical, hardscape, etc. are a plus).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 – $30.00 per hour
Design Works is a premier landscape architecture firm that specializes in residential landscape construction in the Southern New Hampshire area. We have been in business since 2006 and thrive on our passion for craftsmanship and artistic design for homeowners through elaborate plantings, custom outdoor living designs and more.
Join our team and find the difference in a positive atmosphere, healthy team culture and advancement opportunities. Our company provides benefits such as PTO, health, dental, profit sharing and bonuses year round. We believe in rewarding hard work and giving chances to those who earn them.
We are looking for an experienced and licensed fertilizer technician to join us and work with our grounds maintenance team.
Experience in irrigation is a huge bonus but we are willing to invest time into training the right candidate.
ABOUT THIS POSITION
- Assignments may include but are not limited to:
Thoroughly understand scope of work, products, product label instructions, schedule and safety procedures for lawn and pest control - Helping with irrigation openings and closings.
- Customer service, speaking with customers and upselling possible services
- Direct and work with project team to apply fertilizers and pesticides to lawns
- Perform seeding, aeration, over-seeding, and major turf care renovations
- Other duties as needed
- Snow help during the winter season
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- NH State Pesticide Applicator’s License.
- Clean driving record and reliable transportation
- Proven experience in similar role with references available
- Plowing experience is a plus but not required
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND CULTURE
- Salary: $22 – $30/hr
- Medical and Dental Options
- 401k Matching
- PTO
- Overtime Potential (seasonally)
- Company Events
- Bonus Potential
- Ongoing Training for Career Growth
- Paid Time Off
- Holidays
- Vacation
- Sick Days
Monday to Friday 7:00a – 4:30p (w/ lunch break)
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Landscaping Account Manager to join our team. As a full-time manager, you will work closely with our landscape maintenance, fertilizer, and snow teams to maintain high quality residential and commercial properties in the landscaping and snow seasons. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for building strong relationships and driving revenue growth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Here’s a little about the position:
· The manager works very closely on a well-established book of business for both residential and commercial accounts (landscaping and snow).
· Regular customer communication and quality checks keep this manager busy, ensuring that we give our customers the assistance they need all year long.
· Daily tasks include monitoring and updating daily maintenance crew schedules and assigning crews to mow, cleanup, bed care, fertilizer, and irrigation service routes.
· Daily routes will be monitored by the manager to ensure the crews have proper training, that standard operating procedures are being followed, and quality/efficiency checks are being made.
· Sales will be part of this role, as the manager will analyze customer needs and provide tailored solutions to meet those needs
· Negotiate contracts and agreements with customers.
· Update recurring agreements on a yearly basis.
· The manager will work with the Enhancement Team to ensure enhancements are scheduled and completed.
· A snow region will be assigned to this manager in the southern NH area. The manager will work with a team of snow operators to manage snow removal and ice control. Responsibilities include regular phone calls and dispatching to team plus answering calls/texts from customers.
General requirements:
· Snow removal experience required.
· Proven management and customer relations experience.
· Previous landscaping and/or construction experience required.
· Some physical work in the field may be included as needed
· Self-driven and proactive management necessary.
· Use of LMN Estimating and time tracking software and other standard computer programs
· Can communicate through phone calls, emails, texts, and has good writing skills
· Can adapt to change and the demands of customers and daily job requirements
· Ability to drive frequently (has driver’s license in good standing).
· Strong business development skills
Benefits:
· A reliable, professional, and top paying job
· Generous PTO, Health and Dental available to the right candidate
· IRA with Company Match
· A trusting mom-and-pop shop vibe with flexibility and no weekend work.
· Friendly and supportive group of managers and staff.
· Team Profit Bonus 3x/year when Company meets financial goals
· Opportunity to work with Industry Leaders in Design-Build and maintenance in southern NH.
· Always rotating in new and advanced equipment to keep things fresh and growing.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Experience:
- Account management: 1 year (Required)
- Management: 1 year (Required)
- Landscaping: 3 years (Required)
ABOUT US:
Design Works is a premier landscape architecture firm that specializes in residential landscape construction in the Southern New Hampshire area. We have been in business since 2006 and thrive on our passion for craftsmanship and artistic design for homeowners through elaborate plantings, custom outdoor living designs and more.
ABOUT YOU:
We are seeking a highly organized and versatile individual to join our team as an Administrative Assistant & Seasonal Snow Plow Operator. This unique role combines office administrative duties with winter snow removal responsibilities, making it perfect for someone who enjoys variety in their workday and thrives in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative Assistant (Year-Round):
- Serve as the first point of contact for clients, answering phone calls and greeting visitors with professionalism and warmth.
- Manage office communications, including responding to emails, scheduling appointments, and forwarding messages to the appropriate team members.
- Assist with filing, data entry, and maintaining accurate records of projects, invoices, and client communications.
- Manage calendars and assist with coordinating meetings, both internally and with clients.
- Support the management team with various administrative tasks, including ordering supplies, preparing reports, and handling basic bookkeeping tasks.
Snow Plow Operator (Seasonal – Winter Months):
- Operate company snow plow vehicles to remove snow from commercial and residential properties, including driveways, parking lots, and walkways.
- Perform routine maintenance and inspections on snow plow equipment to ensure proper operation during the winter season.
- Work collaboratively with other members of the snow removal team to ensure timely and thorough service.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in an administrative or receptionist role is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft O ice Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general o ice equipment.
- A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Experience operating snow removal equipment is a plus, but training can be provided.
- Ability to work flexible hours during the winter season, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for snow removal.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods in an o ice setting.
- Capability to lift and move up to 50 pounds when handling snow removal equipment.
- Comfort working in varying weather conditions, particularly in winter.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage.
- Medical & Dental
- Profit Sharing
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for overtime during the snow plowing season.
- Training and development opportunities.
If you are a dependable, hardworking individual who enjoys both office work and hands-on tasks, we encourage you to apply and become a valuable part of our team at Design Works Landscaping.
Join our team and find the difference in a positive atmosphere, healthy team culture and advancement opportunities. Our company provides benefits such as PTO, health, dental, profit sharing and bonuses year round.
PAY $22 – $25 / HOUR
This opportunity is meant for a passionate person with experience in landscaping and snow who is also a “data geek” and loves the idea of working with a management team on business development, growth, and systems. Must be highly skilled and excited about technology has excellent attention to detail, has excellent interpersonal skills, and is willing to actively participate in winter snow work.
Perhaps you’ve previously owned your own startup business and you’re ready for a change or your recently entering the workforce and looking for a challenge. Come work with our team of reliable, friendly, and smart colleagues as we grow and develop together!
This position will include:
- Learning and mastering our estimating/CRM/time tracking platform (LMN)
- Attend weekly seminars and trainings on LMN
- Train other staff on estimating/CRM/time tracking platform (LMN)
- Data Entry and analysis using LMN Software (Landscape Management Network)
- Perform daily/weekly job costing analysis and job status reports.
- Report data findings to managers.
- Assist managers to make informed decisions, analyze trends, and maintain operational efficiency.
- Assist staff in reporting accurate time, materials and tasks
- Assist Owners in organizing and creating systems, cleaning existing systems, and keeping future systems organized
- Job costing and estimating assistance
- Creating estimating templates and written processes
- Creating estimates for sales staff
- Researching materials costs and updating pricing
- Implement and monitor Customer and Staff Portals (estimates sent, invoices, progress payments, customer communication, staff notes, etc.)
- Relationship Building: Develops relationships with managers, informs and educates staff about job results, trains managers/estimators on business systems, helps motivate staff to be more accountable, helps improve results by showing performance data, etc.
- Assists financial department (collects and categorizes receipts, monitors project, maintenance, and snow payments, billing triggers, etc.)
- Assists Fleet Manager by monitoring registrations, oil changes, service records, vin numbers, dot compliance, etc.)
- Snow Operator and/or manager during the seasonal winter months. Operate snow equipment to remove snow from commercial properties. Work collaboratively with other members to ensure timely and thorough service.
- Other duties as needed
Skills:
- Skilled in math/accounting/business
- Gifted at explaining concepts and teaching others
- Highly organized and has experience creating systems
- Attention to detail and efficiency to make sure information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to research and collect data
- High level of concentration
- Critical thinking
- Self-motivation to get work done and be productive
- Advocates for the team’s success
- Ability to multi-task
- Previous landscaping or working in a landscaping office is highly beneficial
- Experienced in snow operation and/or managing snow
- Willing to work with our snow operation crew.
Design Works has been in business for nearly 20 years and our wonderful and experienced staff has over 150 years of combined experience in the landscaping industry, plus 3 landscape architects on staff. We’re more than just another landscaping company. Our company has young, energetic owners who love their business, customers, and coworkers.
We put in the work to improve, honor work-life balance, and create opportunities and career paths for our team. We proudly offer full benefits, Medical, Dental, IRA Match and earned Paid Time Off, New, top-of-the-line equipment always on rotation. It’s an easy commute as we’re close to a major highway. We have a substantial snow plowing operation with large loaders and commercial lots, creating opportunity for plenty of winter work.
Give us a shout to learn more about this exciting position. This position will be meaningful and bring a lot of value to our growth goals and strategies for the future.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year
