Employment Opportunities with Rustic Hills
Landscaping Crew Member - Starting April 2025
Rustic Hills Garden Co. is an ecological landscaping company with a special focus on edible landscapes and gardens. Our clients are always excited to have our crews at their homes, because these projects are so meaningful to them - we are creating an environment in their own yard to connect with nature, and to browse berries, herbs, fruit trees, medicinals, and fresh vegetables to nourish themselves and their families. We are looking for crew members who are excited to be a part of this work, and are ready to get their hands dirty.
Job Description: The Landscape Crew Member is an integral part of the installation process of landscape and garden build projects from inception to completion. Crew members will work under the direction of the Crew Leader to complete landscape installations at client sites.
Job Type and Schedule: This is a part time, seasonal position starting mid-April and running through mid-October. Our crew installs three days a week. If you are looking for extra hours, you can add the Maintenance Lead role to this position. Exact start and end dates are weather dependent. We are typically closed for two weeks during the summer - usually the first week in July and the third week in August, but dates are TBD at this time.
Compensation: $20-$24/hour depending on experience
Job Requirements:
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites around the greater Twin Cities metro area
Ability to communicate clearly
Good physical condition, manual dexterity and stamina
Able to bend, kneel, walk, stand, and crouch for long periods of time during the workday
Able to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly throughout the workday
Able to work all day in all weather conditions, whether that's cold/rain/sleet or heat. We are a positive group of people and highly value keeping a positive vibe going! We do take precautions and make adjustments to work days when there is a dangerous heat or air quality index.
Able to work around natural materials , such as soil, plants, wood chips, straw, etc. that may contain mold, fungi, pollen and other allergens.
Positive outlook, ‘can do’ attitude, and a team player
Open to constructive feedback and learning new things
Our ideal candidate is someone who:
has previous landscaping experience (highly preferred, compensation based on experience)
has woodworking experience
has an interest in permaculture, ecological landscaping, and/or foodscaping
truly enjoys working hard outside - likes being tired at the end of the day!
What you can expect from us:
honesty and integrity in the work that we do, both with our clients and our crew members
no requirements for crew members to apply chemicals, as we rarely, if ever, resort to their use (we do use a selective chemical for treating buckthorn stumps and occasional spot treatment of invasive species)
opportunities to learn and grow, with potential to expand your role/hours with the company
a fun working environment
great communication
awesome people!
Some of the work you will do:
sod removal
edging installation
hauling and spreading mulch, soil, gravel and stone
planting perennial plants, vegetables, shrubs and trees
building stone patios and laying stone or gravel pathways
constructing raised beds
constructing garden fences and gates
installation of other elements such as trellises, arbors and other supports
site and tool clean up
Key Words: foodscaping, edible landscaping, permaculture, ecological landscaping
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Contract
Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 hours per week