Hardscape Technician

Do you love to create and build? Are you a Craftsman? If you have experience and a passion for leading quality hardscape, masonry, and construction projects and some of these skills below, apply today! 

  THE WORK

• Build high-quality, creative projects
• Construct hardscape features according to plans, including fire pits, fireplaces, water features, pools, spas, raised beds, stone paths, and more
• Lay permeable and traditional pavers and patterned and irregular natural stone 
• Build dry and masonry walls
• Provide general care, sealing, and maintenance of hardscapes

• On the job, with supervision:
  • Assists in layouts and setting grades
  • Installs pavers, stone, walls, steps, boulders, stepper, curbing to industry standards
  • Responsible for working alongside a hardscape crew and under the direction of the foreman
  • Aid in crew productivity and efficiency, coordinating, and installing projects
  • Communicate with foreman with applicable information and site condition reports
  • Learns to reads plans, measure from plans, lay out material, install material with the highest amount of quality to industry standards
  • Snow removal when needed

  THE SKILLS & CERTIFICATION

• Proficient is using simple hand tools (shovel, spade, etc) and small equipment
• Can read various measuring devices
• Ability to operate all equipment, machinery, trucks and trailers in varying conditions
• Valid and clean driver’s license
• Hardscape Construction Experience
• People Skills
• Hardscape Knowledge

 BONUS SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

• CMHA certification
• Drystone or Masonry certified or other industry certifications
• Proficiency in OSHA regulations and safety protocols
• Experience or certification in welding, construction, pool/spa, concrete, and/or mechanical work
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

KEY QUALITIES

• Passion for craftsmanship, quality hardscape, masonry, and construction
• Clear and effective communication
• Organized, responsible, trustworthy, timely, and able to work in a fast-paced environment in peak seasons
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Alignment with IOD core values, especially sustainability
• Self-motivated, focused and able to work independently
• Ability to understand complex processes and follow detailed instructions
• Maintains a positive attitude and fosters a supportive work environment
• Treat clients, suppliers, coworkers, and employees with respect 
• Cheerful, helpful and willing to learn new techniques and skills
• Accountable & reliable, consistently meeting deadlines and responsibilities
• Able to follow company policies and directives with attention to detail

  PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Comfortable working outside for extended periods in various weather conditions
• Can lift 60+ pounds, enjoys working in all weather conditions, and do physical work all day; no physical limitations
• Can tolerate loud noises
• Can tolerate very hot or very cold temperatures

WE PROVIDE:

• The most up-to-date equipment and tools to get the job done
• Training for the job and safety
• Thorough plans and clear communication
• A great work atmosphere and the best clients!

THE PAY & BENEFITS:

• Competitive pay, will commensurate with experience and skill
• No weekends, EVER.
• A balanced work-life schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:15AM-5:45PM, Friday 7:10AM-1:00PM+ weather dependent 40-45 hours
• 75% Health insurance after 90 days 
• 401K retirement matching
• Paid time off after one year (10 days PTO including one full week at Christmas for hourly)
• Year-around employment
• Fun work environment
• Financial counseling 
• 100% Life insurance 
• Discounted dental and vision and AFLAC (employee paid)
• Flexible spending account
• Employee discounts
• Support for ongoing education and professional development
• Personal development
• Company-sponsored events
• And more!

How to apply: Visit our website at www.kentuckylandscapedesign.com/contact/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Experience:

• construction: 3 years (Preferred)

• hardscape maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)