Great opportunity for Arborist or Maintenance Managers

[PetersTodd]

The Todd Group is seeking a detail oriented seasoned professional for our Far Hills, NJ office to become a part of a creative and collaborative team as our firm continues to manage and grow our clientele.

The Todd Group is a family owned landscape architecture, installation and property management firm which has served northern and central NJ since 1975. Peters – Todd’s is a full-service tree care company serving the area since 1922. Our projects range from modest residential properties to large estates and commercial campuses.

The objective of this position is to build annual maintenance and ornamental pruning revenues with existing and new clients. Manage productivity and quality of services within the Maintenance & Pruning Divisions while adhering to industry best practices and act as single service representative for the firm.

Must be a highly organized, success driven individual able to work with multiple management staff and field personnel.

Required Skills:

• Capable of working under pressure and independently as necessary as well as handling a diverse range of responsibilities
• Ability to work as a team member maintaining positive work relations with staff
• Knowledge of operating all tools, vehicles, and equipment required for use by field staff
• Knowledge of a wide range of plants, especially shrubs and perennials
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of horticulture
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of landscape design
• Knowledge in proper ornamental pruning practices
• Thorough knowledge of related horticultural equipment, materials and techniques
• Working knowledge of the role of plants, gardens and lawns
• Ability to work direct with field personal to provide guidance and training.
• Ability to perform physical activities required and activities related to the maintenance of gardens
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Some proficiency in Spanish is desired
• Ability to perform administrative functions such as estimating, scheduling and planning
• Maintain proper records of assigned pruning schedules and fertilization applications
• Background in tree and ornamental plant health care and pruning is preferred.
• Background in grounds/turf care is helpful, including chemical applications.
• Pesticide applicators license a plus
• Valid DL

Computer Skills:

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and tech savvy

Education Requirements:

• A two or four-year degree in horticulture is preferred. Other combinations of training and/or experience that can be demonstrated to result in possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the assigned duties will also be considered.
• Being licensed (or ability to become) as a Certified Pesticide Applicator and Certified Arborist is a plus.

Benefits Include:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Vacation and Sick Days
• Holidays
• Annual Education Allowance
• Membership of industry organizations

This position allows for the freedom and creativity to expand and act on new ideas to enhance company growth.

FUNCTIONS/TASKS

Ornamental Pruning

• Perform property walk-through to identify potential site problems.
• Generate weekly site analysis reports.
• Create proposals for any potential work.

Maintenance Mgmt.

• Oversee productivity of maintenance crews.
• Visit sites bi-weekly to evaluate lawn conditions.
• Sell enhancement services, i.e. seasonal mulching, annual color enhancement.
• Layout crews during project completion.

To be considered for this position, please submit:

• A formal cover letter
• Resume

The Todd Group Inc

540 Route 202

Far Hills, NJ 07931

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Arborist: 3 years (Preferred)
• Maintenance Management: 5 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)