Job Description

Custom Foodscapes is seeking an installation crew member to assist on the installation of ecological edible gardens

About Custom Foodscapes

Custom Foodscapes helps people grow organic fruits and veggies at their homes, businesses or community spaces with the mission of creating a healthier and more connected world.

We offer full service design and installation services for any type of food-producing landscape. We specialize in customized raised veggie beds, herb gardens, food forests and campus gardens for schools, corporations and community organizations.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for helping with most aspects of foodscape preparation and installation

This is a great opportunity for someone to grow in many aspects of edible landscaping, horticulture, carpentry and landscape construction.

Responsibilities/Activities

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Digging, Planting, & Edging
• Driving trucks + Material pickup (compost, mulch, etc)
• Weeding & Mulching
• Moving materials in wheelbarrows
• Assisting in carpentry projects and using power tools
• Assisting in masonry projects
• Assisting in nursery organizing and propagation
• Procuring materials from hardware stores and nurseries
• Running small machines (sod cutter, tiller, mini-track loader)
• Maintain a high level of good housekeeping & care of company assets in the field, vehicles, lot, office, & client work-sites.
• Maintain regular & reliable attendance at a level acceptable to the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in a landscaping, gardening, or farming role
• Familiarity with edible, medicinal, & useful plants
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. plus, multiple times a day
• Ability to work in all weather, including extreme heat & humidity and cold
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Current driver’s license
• Working cell phone
• Must have reliable transportation to our shop in North St. Louis City

To Apply:

• Please send resume and cover letter to mlebon@customfoodscaes.com
• Write “INSTALL CREW MEMBER” in the subject line
• AND any other supporting materials that help us better understand why you are uniquely qualified for this position.

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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