Mowing and Maintenance Crew Member - Vision Scapes, Inc.
Fort Wayne, IN
About the Job
Vision Scapes Mowing Crew Member:
This is an entry-level position for the right candidate! We always seek people with a positive attitude and growth mindset to join our Team as a Mowing and Maintnenace Team Members at Vision Scapes.
About You
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You love working outdoors and beautifying outdoor spaces for customers.
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You enjoy working in small teams to accomplish a common goal
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You want to work for a company that values your loyalty, respect, and professionalism
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You value the community and are looking to work with a company that gives back and takes care of its neighbors
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You take pride in ensuring that high-quality, exceptional work is delivered to every client
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You're ready to be a part of a family-like atmosphere where your dedication and hard work will be rewarded
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You appreciate a company that values longevity, honesty, and dedication
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You are looking for reliable, year-round work
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Do you like having the opportunity to work overtime for additional pay
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You value safety, cleanliness, attention to detail, and craftsmanship
The pay rate for Crew Members starts at $16.25 and up hourly, depending on your experience.
The typical schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to about 5:00 PM, but days and hours vary based on projects and the seasonality of the business. We do not do winter lay-offs, but your schedule and total number of hours will change depending on weather and customer needs.
Benefits we offer:
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Generous Paid Time Off, which increases with tenure
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Paid Holidays
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Family & Bereavement Leave available
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Health Insurance with a generous contribution toward employee premium
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IRA with a 3% company match
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Opportunity for overtime
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Referral bonuses for bringing on dependable team members
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Family-oriented work environment
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Opportunities for skill development and advancement
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We provide quality, modern equipment so you can work efficiently and effectively!
About Us
At Vision Scapes, we're not just a company; we're a close-knit family. Our culture is built on a foundation of care, support, and a commitment to the success of our employees. We believe in fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, learn, and grow.
We stand out in the landscaping industry because:
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We always answer the phone, follow up, and respond promptly to our customers.
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Whether working on residential or commercial projects, our professionalism is unmatched.
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We approach challenges with respect and fairness, both for our team and our clients.
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We value quality, affordability, professionalism, and teamwork.
About the Job
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Mowing Team Members: You’ll mow with commercial mowers, walk-behinds, and zero-turn mowers (we will train you on how to use the equipment, so no experience is necessary!).
What your day will look like
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During the regular season, our hours are typically 7 am to 5 pm
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You may be driving a company truck during work time, so you must have a valid driver’s license
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You will be working outside in varying weather conditions
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You will perform essential groundskeeping services, including planting, raking, mulching, and pruning
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You will be operating power tools, such as trimmers, weed whips, edgers, and blowers
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You’ll fill out your time tracking accurately for each location you’re working
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Each morning, you’ll load the equipment and materials that you’ll need to complete your projects for the day
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Each evening, you’ll perform basic cleaning & maintenance on your tools and stock up on supplies for the following morning.
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In the winter, you will shovel, plow, and remove snow
Experience
We’re flexible on the number of years of experience for this role! We favor talent and interest. Even if you did not finish high school, please apply anyway: there’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think.
The only must-have requirements to be a Crew Member are:
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You are 18 years of age or older.
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You have a valid Driver’s License.
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Must be able and willing to lift 50 lbs regularly.
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A positive attitude and a desire to work outside.
Nice-to-haves: If you have experience with the skills below, that’s a plus!
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Experience working outdoors
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Experience pruning, installing plants, and/or installing outdoor living features
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Experience pulling a trailer
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Experience with basic lawn equipment and/or maintenance & repair of equipment
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Experience with snow removal
Thank you for taking the time to read this career posting. It is important that we inform you who we are and what we are about to ensure a good fit for both of us. If this opportunity intrigues you, we encourage you to apply!