Garden Care Landscaping Manager

2 months ago

Berkeley, United States Mariposa Gardening & Design Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

About Mariposa Gardening & Design: We are a Bay Area landscape design and build company committed to restoring ecologically sound outdoor spaces in urban areas. In every garden, we see a unique opportunity to reconnect a space with its natural systems. We fuse art and ecology into the landscape, bringing beauty to the practice of sustainability.

About the role: The Garden Care Manager is responsible for managing the Mariposa maintenance crew and overseeing the work that keeps all of our gardens beautiful and thriving year round. The Garden Care Manager reports directly to the General Manager and is responsible for overseeing the Garden Care department, as well as collaborating as needed with the Designer and Project Manager, and transitioning the current Garden Care Manager to ensure the original design is maintained and the department is growing in both profit and proficiency in our work.

Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing daily operations of the maintenance department, ensuring meticulous care for all gardens year-round. Expertise in pruning, seasonal cleanups, soil health upkeep, and irrigation practices is crucial for vibrant landscapes.Lead the team in implementing various ecological practices like companion planting, organic pest management, and utilizing native plants to create thriving ecosystems within each garden. Use expertise to guide the crew in maintaining a diverse range of plant species, promoting biodiversity and resilience.
  • Stay updated on irrigation needs for each garden, adjusting watering schedules, and troubleshooting issues promptly to maintain optimal soil moisture levels.Tasks include installing valves, repairing and installing Netafim dripline systems, and implementing water-saving techniques to ensure efficient water distribution while minimizing waste.
  • Managing time, timesheet approval, and scheduling for the department while supervising and training the maintenance crew. Lead and inspire the team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. Empower team members through effective training and guidance to ensure efficient and skilled maintenance practices.
  • Managing budgets, expenses, and resource allocation for each job, ensuring profitability. Efficiently order materials, plants, tools, and equipment as needed.
  • Maintaining detailed records of garden progress and task timing for efficient planning and reference. Handle paperwork, such as receipts, permits, and invoices.
  • Maintaining clear and regular communication with clients, scheduling maintenance visits and consultations, and promptly addressing inquiries and feedback.
  • Ensuring proper care, organization, and storage of all maintenance tools and equipment. Regularly clean, oil, repair, and replace as needed.
  • Managing the Mariposa Nursery and Office Garden, maintaining healthy plants for clients and future projects. Propagate, prune, design irrigation, amend soil, fertilize, and conduct pest and disease checks as part of nursery care.

Skills & Experience

  • Deep comprehensive understanding of drip irrigation systems and how to troubleshoot
  • Experience with ecological gardening practices such as pest management without chemicals, knowing seasonal pruning techniques for habitat, etc
  • Knowledge experience with growing and caring for of native plants and how to care for them
  • Minimum of 3 years of crew management experience
  • Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and employees
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients
  • Experience with working in a multicultural and diverse environment
  • Ability to get along well with others

Other Requirements

  • Current CA Driver’s License
  • Smart phone

Benefits:

  • Pay Range: $24-35

Benefits:

  • Accrued sick and PTO
  • Matching IRA
  • Opportunity to co-own in profitable business
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to expand skill sets
  • Monthly Health and Wellness stipend
  • Cell Phone stipend
Company DescriptionWe are a Bay Area landscape design and build company, dedicated to creating ecologically sound gardens that are beautiful and well-crafted. At Mariposa, we fuse art and ecology into the landscape, bringing beauty to the practice of sustainability. In every garden, we see a unique opportunity to reconnect a space with its natural systems. Exposing nature’s existing elegant patterns allows us to create artfully designed spaces that complement urban environments.

Mariposa is committed to restoring ecologically sound outdoor spaces in urban areas. We do this by sourcing local materials, combining low-water and native plants, building dry stacked stone structures, and understanding water in order to effectively conserve water in the garden.Company DescriptionWe are a Bay Area landscape design and build company, dedicated to creating ecologically sound gardens that are beautiful and well-crafted. At Mariposa, we fuse art and ecology into the landscape, bringing beauty to the practice of sustainability. In every garden, we see a unique opportunity to reconnect a space with its natural systems. Exposing nature’s existing elegant patterns allows us to create artfully designed spaces that complement urban environments.\r
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Mariposa is committed to restoring ecologically sound outdoor spaces in urban areas. We do this by sourcing local materials, combining low-water and native plants, building dry stacked stone structures, and understanding water in order to effectively conserve water in the garden.

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