Do you want to help the environment, work with great people and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors?

Become a tour operator! Just kidding … we’re hoping you might want to become a member of the Ecogardens team. We are an experienced sustainable landscaping company seeking to increase awareness of native plants and ecological design. We not only work with clients to create green roofs and urban gardens, we also create content to help educate about our principles.

Sound like something you can get behind? We’re always adding new folks to our growing lineup, so if you think you might be a good fit, please feel free to get in touch today – just send a PDF resume and cover letter to employment@ecogardens.com.

Currently we’re looking for:

Green Roof + Urban Garden Technician

SEEKING KNOWLEDGEABLE SEASONAL TO FULL-TIME WORKER TO HELP WITH ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AND URBAN GARDENING.

This is a seasonal, full-time position that reports to the project manager and has the potential to become a year-round position based on qualifications, workload and so forth. We are seeking someone who has a solid understanding of horticultural practices and regarding planting and plant health care, including pruning, dead heading, integrated pest management, etc. Our guiding principle is to be responsible stewards of the environment and we’re looking for someone who aligns with those values and understands the challenges of establishing and stewarding urban gardens both on the ground as well as on rooftops.

As an urban gardener, you will be responsible for seasonal plantings in containers and in-ground, including annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees. You will need to manage projects in an efficient and timely manner as well as communicate proactively with customers throughout the lifetime of the project. The right person will be skilled at organization, prioritization and short-notice problem solving. You must also be able to install holiday/winter lights and decor as needed, and to drive a vehicle (van, truck, or box truck) with competence and common sense. Possibility of light overnight travel for green roof projects.

The job requires a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a related field, a sound understanding of plant types and habits (Midwest natives a plus), record keeping and report-writing skills, and the ability to work independently. Knowledge of irrigation controls a plus but not required. Horticultural or environmental background a plus but not required.