Villani Landscapers' Ecological Restoration crew works to create a positive impact on the environment that we have a responsibility to maintain. The primary focus of this position is invasive species management and native species restoration. 

To get started in this position, you must have a desire and the stamina to work hands-on in rigorous outdoor environments (the majority of the work week is spent on lake front bluffs). A working knowledge of common Wisconsin plants and some experience with proper pruning and growing techniques is desirable, as well as some familiarity with insect and disease management. 

Responsibilities:

• Under the direct supervision of a Foreman and working closely with Client Service Representatives, perform assigned tasks relating to invasive species and environmental management of one or more job sites on a daily basis. 
• Learn and understand environmental management and restoration strategies 
• Identify and manage invasive and native species in southeastern Wisconsin environments
• Under direction, implement multidisciplinary tracks of resource management for maintenance of green infrastructure (bioswales, permeable pavers, riparian buffers)
• Within 2 months of hire, obtain commercial pesticide applicator license 3.0
• Follows all applicable safety rules
• Properly operates and maintains all equipment used on jobsites on a daily basis
• Participate in the Villani Landshapers snow removal program during the winter months

Requirements:

• Knowledge of southern Wisconsin plant material
• Wisconsin 3.0 pesticide license (or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire)
• Ability to identify and appropriately treat insect and disease damage to plant material
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members
• Ability to perform outdoor physical labor continually for up to 10 hours a day, in a variety of changing weather conditions
• Adheres to company policies and procedures
• Basic plant knowledge
• Ability to safely and efficiently use equipment such as brush cutters, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, handsaws, etc.
• Bilingual a plus
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license with ability to maintain an insurable driving record is HIGHLY PREFERRED.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Health, dental and vision insurance per company policy
• Paid vacation per company policy.
• Startup Uniform program
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick time per company policy. 
• Holiday gifts, company gatherings, and a variety of perks throughout the year

About Villani Landshapers:

Headquartered in Menomonee Falls, WI, Villani Landshapers provides full-service landscape maintenance and construction services for residential and commercial clients in south-eastern Wisconsin. Named one of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Top Workplaces for 2018 and a Future 50 company by the Milwaukee Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, Villani Landshapers has a strong company culture that supports our mission of passionately teaching our team members to serve our clients and community.