Garden Bed Maintenance Technician

Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape

Posted 6 months ago

Full Time

Duluth, Minnesota

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Maintain residential and commercial landscapes through weeding, pruning, planting, and mulching. Monitor plant health and assist with the installation and repair of irrigation systems.

Qualifications

You have 1-2 years of experience in garden maintenance or landscaping, with a strong work ethic and the ability to follow instructions. You are comfortable with physical outdoor work and have a basic understanding of horticulture, common plants, and plant health issues.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Horticulture

Plant identification

Weeding

Soil amendment

Pruning

Mulching

Edging

Pest management

Disease management

Irrigation systems

Driver's License

Minnesota DOT Medical Card

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Training & development
  • Dental insurance
Join Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape — Build a Career Outdoors!

Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape has been transforming outdoor spaces for 39 years, earning multiple “Best of Houzz” Design & Service awards and recognition as Duluth’s Best of the Best. If you love working outside, being part of a close-knit team, and taking pride in beautiful results, this is your opportunity to grow with a company that invests in its people, provides paid training, and treats you like family.

We are looking for a Garden Maintenance Technician to care for and maintain residential and commercial landscapes across Duluth. Join our skilled team and help keep gardens healthy, vibrant, and weed-free.

What You’ll Do

Garden Bed Care & Maintenance

  • Remove and prevent weeds using hand-pulling, hoeing, and mulching
  • Cultivate and amend soil for healthy growth
  • Prune and trim plants, shrubs, and small trees

Planting & Transplanting

  • Install seasonal flowers, shrubs, and plants
  • Remove and replace dead or damaged plant material

Mulching & Edging

  • Apply mulch to retain moisture and enhance appearance
  • Maintain clean, defined edges around beds

Pest & Disease Management

  • Identify common pests and plant health issues
  • Take action to protect plants

General Maintenance

  • Keep garden beds free of debris and litter
  • Monitor plant health and watering needs

Irrigation (Training Provided)

  • Assist with installation and maintenance of irrigation systems
  • Help troubleshoot and repair common issues

Note: Duties may vary based on seasonal needs and company priorities.

What We’re Looking For

  • 1–2 years experience in garden maintenance, landscaping, or related work
  • Basic horticulture training or coursework (preferred)
  • Knowledge of common plants, shrubs, and trees in the Northland
  • Ability to identify plant health issues (pests, disease, nutrient deficiencies)
  • Comfortable with physical outdoor work in varying weather conditions
  • Strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions

Job Details

  • Type: Full-time, Seasonal | 40 hours/week
  • Schedule: Monday–Thursday (10-12hour shifts), one Friday a month, overtime available
  • Pay: $19–$23/hour | 30-day Apprenticeship Period

Benefits & Perks

  • Health insurance
  • Flexible scheduling & easy-to-use time-off system
  • $500 referral bonus 
  • Overtime pay: 1.5x after 40 hours/week
  • Paid training
  • Minnesota Sick & Safe Time (1 hr per 30 worked)
  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match after 6 months
  • Safety boot reimbursement

Requirements

  • Valid Driver’s License (required)
  • Minnesota DOT Medical Card (Obtain prior to Hire)

Ready to grow with us?
Apply today and become part of a team that builds, maintains, and cares for some of Duluth’s and the surrounding areas most beautiful landscapes!

Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape

Challenging industry norms to redefine excellence in outdoor design and execution, we stand out as the trusted choice, elevating outdoor spaces with confidence, organization and unmatched satisfaction.
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