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Most Recent Position Posted: 6/17/2008

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Lawn Specialist - Certified Commercial Applicator: ULTRALawn - Hiawatha, Iowa

ULTRALawn has been providing lawn and landscape services to the greater Cedar Rapids area for more than 23 years and is seeking Certified Commercial Applicators.

ULTRALawn Lawn Specialist - Certified Commercial Applicator
Reports to: Manager and Assistant Manager

This person will be responsible for servicing a route of customer properties, both residential and commercial, with ULTRALawn's Lawn Care Program consisting of fertilizers and various pesticides. Turf, grounds maintenance, and landscape knowledge is required. As the primary contact for the customers in your route, you will be responsible for account quality and customer service on your accounts. This person will also be responsible for sales estimates and sales growth within his/her route. Communication and organization skills are a must, as well as mathematical skills for the required paperwork. This person must have a valid and clean Iowa driver's license and must pass the Certified Applicator Tests. This is a full time position with year round employment and excellent benefits.

Brian Kruse, President
ULTRALawn
780 Kacena Road
Hiawatha, Iowa 52233
Phone: 319-378-0386
Fax: 319-378-0387
Email: briankruse@ultralawn.com
Website: www.ultralawn.com

Posted 6/17/2008


Horticulturist: Jester Park Golf Course - Granger, Iowa

  • Design/Plan landscaping and flower beds
  • Plant, prune and maintain trees on the golf course
  • Responsible for invasive species (honeysuckle) removal on perimeter of golf course and replacement with more desirable species
  • Possess or able to obtain Chemical Pesticide Applicators license
  • Duties also include some general golf course maintenance work

Salary and Benefits: *Based on Experience/Qualifications

Send, Fax, or Email Resume to:
Terry Hannah, Superintendent
Jester Park Golf Course
11949 NW 118 Avenue, Granger, IA 50109
Fax: 515-999-9032
Email: jestergc@qwest.net

Posted 3/28/2008


Grounds Maintenance (Several Positions Available): Jester Park Golf Course - Granger, Iowa

  • Seasonal; 20-40 hours/week
  • Weekend AM work probable

Salary based on experience/qualifications

Send, Fax, or Email Resume to:
Terry Hannah, Superintendent
Jester Park Golf Course
11949 NW 118 Avenue, Granger, IA 50109
Fax: 515-999-9032
Email: jestergc@qwest.net

Posted 3/28/2008


Lawn Care/Landscape Maintenance Technician
AQUA-PRO is an irrigation contractor who installs and services irrigation systems for residential and commercial clients in the Iowa City area.  We also provide lawn care and landscape maintenance for our irrigation clients. 

AQUA-PRO is looking for an individual to be part of our Team for the 2008 season.  This person will be responsible for our Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance Programs.  Our position would be a great entry level job for a horticulture student as well as a good job for someone already in the Green Industry who wants a change of scenery.  It is an hourly position which could lead to full time.  

Applicants must have: Iowa Pesticide Applicators Certification, valid drivers license with clean motor vehicle record, knowledge of turf and ornamentals (helpful).

Interested applicants can please phone or send their resume to:
Aqua-Pro
Ed Rinderspacher, CIC
115 E 7th Street, Coralville, IA  52241
319-351-5356
rindy@myexcel.com

Posted 2/27/2008


Landscape Designer
Progressive/growth-oriented Design/Build Landscape company in search of qualified Landscape Designer to conduct site visits, meet with clients, design and estimate residential jobs. Will assist with cost estimation and bidding of commercial jobs, coordinate installation process and follow up inspections. Give recommendations and assistance selecting plant material and hardscape products to walk-in customers. Degree in Landscape Design or related field a plus.

Commercial Lawn Applicators
Weed control and fertilizer applications. Requires attention to detail and quality standards and to follow all safety and precautionary standards. Equipment operation and customer service. Experience or education preferred but not required.

We offer a competitive compensation package with benefits, insurance and retirement plan. Salaries are commensurate with experience. For more information on the above positions call to set-up an interview.

North Central Turf
601 Third Street, Webster City, Iowa
515-832-1107
800-564-1105

Posted 1/8/2008