About us
Palms & Patios is a small business in Summerville, SC. We are professional, rewarding, collaborative and our goal is to create luxurious and high quality landscaping designs that our clients in Charleston appreciate and trust. From small, neighborhood gardens to sprawling landscapes and commercial spaces.. We believe in using our expertise to build long lasting relationships with our clients; getting to know them by finding and valuing their personal styles so that we can best bring their vision to life. Now you can be apart of that too.
Our work environment includes:
- On-the-job training
- Your own company vehicle (With Driver License)
- Safe work environment
- Growth opportunities
Responsibilities:
- Perform various landscaping tasks such as planting, watering, and maintaining flowers, shrubs, and trees
- Install and maintain irrigation systems
- Operate and maintain landscaping equipment and tools
- Assist with the construction of hardscapes such as patios, walkways, and retaining walls
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient completion of projects
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area
Experience:
- Previous experience in landscaping or related field preferred
- Knowledge of construction management principles
- Ability to fabricate and install various landscape features
- Proficiency in concrete forming and trim carpentry
- Familiarity with roofing techniques and materials
- Experience in caulking and using hand tools
- Knowledge of stucco application and restoration techniques
- Skill in construction painting
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- Weekends as needed
- Year round work
Application Question(s):
- What would be the three first steps for installing pavers after completing the demo?
A) Base, Bedding, Compacting
B) Compacting, Bedding, Base
C) Compacting, Base, Bedding
- After installing a plant or tree, what should you do next?
A) Fertilize the plant
B) Add water to help it root in
C) Pack the soil down
- When on a job site if you see garbage/trash that isn't yours/ours what should you do?
A) Walk by and not worry about it
B) Tell the homeowner there is trash
C) Pick it up and tell your supervisor what you took care of
- When driving a company vehicle, you should always?
A) Speed to save time
B) Drive safely and respect other people
C) Not worry about the gas or the oil
- What is something about past work environments that you definitely don't want to have in your new one?
Experience:
- Landscaping: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Summerville, SC (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Summerville, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person