Gardener
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Join theTeam at Alden Laurel and Let's Have Fun Growing Together!
Alden Laurel is a locally owned company specializing in designing, building, and maintaining residential gardens in Concord, Lincoln, and Weston, MA. Our skilled team of designers and gardening professionals works closely with clients to create inviting, sustainable landscapes that blend seamlessly with the natural environment. We prioritize organic practices and foster a collaborative, respectful work environment, ensuring both exceptional service for clients and a positive culture for our employees.
Position: Gardener for the 2026 season. This is a full-time seasonal position. Our season runs mid March through early December.
How do we invest in you?
Competitive Pay: Based on experience, with opportunities for advancement.
Paid Weekly: Reliable, consistent weekly pay schedule.
Career Development: Clear pathways to help you take the next step in your career.
Education Support: Horticultural education reimbursement and paid learning opportunities.
Top-Quality Tools: Company-provided Felco and A.M. Leonard tools.
New Apparel: High-quality company gear, including tri-blend T-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, fleece jackets, hats, and more. Yearly boot reimbursement is also included.
Team Perks: Monthly paid company breakfasts and seasonal outings.
Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with company contributions.
Cell Phone Reimbursement: Monthly support for your phone expenses.
Performance Bonuses: Rewarding exceptional contributions with bonus opportunities.
5 Paid Holidays – Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Thanksgiving.
Paid time off: Paid time off for you to take a break during the season.
Rain day Pay: Pay for heavy rain days when the weather prevents us from working.
Positive Work Environment: A friendly, kind, and smoke-free workplace that values teamwork and respect.
What Will You Be Doing?
Organic Garden Maintenance: Weeding, deadheading, staking, dividing, edging, and mulching using organic methods to promote healthy, thriving gardens.
Plant Health Monitoring: Inspecting plants for pests and diseases, and applying organic solutions when necessary.
Pruning: Hand-pruning shrubs and small trees to encourage healthy growth and maintain structure.
Seasonal Installations: Designing and planting seasonal containers with organic materials and plants.
Planting: Installing perennials, shrubs, and trees, with a focus on organic and sustainable gardening practices.
Time Tracking: Keeping accurate records of your time using your smartphone.
What are we looking for?
A background in art, design, or horticulture: While not required, is highly valued.
Passion for Plants: A strong enthusiasm for horticulture and gardening.
Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain gardens to the highest standards of care.
Eager to Learn: Interested in developing skills in plant identification, pruning, and horticultural techniques.
Team Player: Works well with others in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Reliable and Punctual: Strong work ethic and commitment to scheduled tasks.
Physically Capable: Comfortable with outdoor work, including lifting, bending, and working in various weather conditions.
Valid Driver’s License: Necessary for travel to various job sites.
Positive Attitude: Enjoys bringing enthusiasm and a sense of fun to the garden while getting the job done.
Love for Nature's Surprises: Enjoys discovering the little wonders of the garden—whether it's a hidden bloom or an unexpected challenge—and takes pride in making it thrive.
Hands-On Experience: Previous experience with planting, pruning, weeding, mulching, and seasonal garden maintenance is a huge plus
Become Part of Our Team:
If you're passionate about gardening and ready to grow your career, we’d love to connect! Please send an email to tim@aldenlaurel.com. Be sure to highlight your gardening or landscaping experience and why you’d be a great addition to our team.
Facilities & Field Support Technician
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Facilities & Field Support Technician – Landscaping Operations
We are a fine gardening and landscape design company seeking a reliable, skilled Facilities & Field Support Technician to keep our crews productive, our equipment running, and our job sites supplied. This is a hands-on role that combines logistics, technical work, and field support across our maintenance and planting teams.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, works independently, and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly behind the scenes and in the field.
Primary Responsibilities
Logistics & Materials
Manage yard debris and material flow, including emptying trucks daily
Deliver plants, mulch, soil, and hardscape materials to job sites
Load and unload trucks and trailers safely and efficiently
Track inventory and coordinate ordering of landscape and irrigation supplies
Facilities & Yard Operations
Maintain organization of yard, materials, and storage areas
Coordinate equipment staging for daily crew needs
Field Work & Crew Support
Provide hands-on field support to maintenance and planting crews
Perform mulching, debris removal, and job site clean-ups as needed
Assist with pruning work as needed (experience strongly preferred)
Irrigation & Repairs
Perform simple irrigation installation, troubleshooting and repairs (temporary irrigation, broken lines, heads, valves, controllers, etc.)
Assist with seasonal system start-ups and shutdowns
Plant Health Treatments
Safely and effectively apply pesticides and other treatments as needed in accordance with IPM best practices and all state and federal regulations
Maintain application records and follow all safety and environmental protocols
Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance
Perform basic vehicle and equipment maintenance (fluid checks, greasing, tire checks, minor repairs)
Coordinate service and repairs when outside work is needed
Required Qualifications
Previous professional landscaping or horticulture experience is required
Valid DOT Medical Card (DOT Card)
(We will reimburse the cost after successful completion of your probationary period)Current Pesticide Applicator License
(We will pay for all future renewals while you are employed)Irrigation experience
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all weather
Comfortable driving trucks, trailers, and operating landscape equipment
Strongly Preferred
Pruning experience
Mechanical aptitude
What We Offer
Stable, full-time position
Reimbursement for DOT medical card
Company-paid applicator license renewals
Varied, hands-on work supporting professional landscape crews
Work with a detail-driven team focused on high-quality landscapes
Become Part of Our Team:
If you're passionate about gardening and ready to grow your career, we’d love to connect! Please send an email to tim@aldenlaurel.com. Be sure to highlight your gardening or landscaping experience and why you’d be a great addition to our team.
Crew Lead
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Alden Laurel is hiring an additional Crew leader for the 2026 season.
This is a full-time seasonal position. Our season runs mid March through early December.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Crew Lead to join our Fine Gardening division. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fine gardening, along with excellent leadership and organizational skills. As the Crew Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing a crew of skilled gardeners. This is a full-time position, requiring 40 hours per week commitment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead a team of gardeners in performing landscape maintenance and installation tasks.
Ensure work is done to the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
Train team members on proper techniques, tools, and safety procedures.
Perform hands-on gardening tasks including pruning, weeding, mulching, raking, and general maintenance.
Operate and maintain landscaping equipment (e.g., blowers, hedge trimmers, mowers).
Keep job sites, company vehicles, and tools organized and well-maintained.
Maintain a positive and productive team atmosphere while working on-site.
Communicate with the Operations Manager to report project status and any challenges.
Required Experience & Skills:
At least 3 years of experience in landscaping, gardening, or related fields.
Experience leading or supervising a small team on job sites.
Strong knowledge of landscaping techniques and organic gardening practices.
Ability to work independently and problem-solve in the field.
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Container planting experience is a plus.
Benefits:
Bonus opportunities
Rain Day Pay
401(k) plan
Certification and training reimbursement
Yearly work boot allowance
Use of a company vehicle
If you’re passionate about plants and ready to lead a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you!
Become Part of Our Team:
If you're passionate about gardening and ready to grow your career, we’d love to connect! Please send an email to tim@aldenlaurel.com. Be sure to highlight your gardening or landscaping experience and why you’d be a great addition to our team.
Account Manager
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Alden Laurel is hiring an Account Manager for the 2026 fine gardening season.
As a Horticultural Field Account Manager at Alden Laurel, you will take on a vital role in cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships, specializing in residential horticultural maintenance. Managing 30 - 40 clients. This is a full-time SEASONAL position, depending on the candidate. Our field work season runs mid March through early December.
This position requires extensive experience in gardening and crew leadership. A background as an account manager within a gardening company is required. This role involves daily hands-on fieldwork alongside your team.
How do we invest in you?
Competitive Pay: Based on experience, with opportunities for advancement.
Paid Weekly: Reliable, consistent weekly pay schedule.
Health Care: A monthly healthcare stipend.
Company vehicle: Use of a company vehicle for all work related driving.
Career Development: Clear pathways to help you take the next step in your career.
Education Support: Horticultural education reimbursement and paid learning opportunities.
Top-Quality Tools: Company-provided Felco and A.M. Leonard tools.
New Apparel: High-quality company gear, including tri-blend T-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, fleece jackets, hats, and more. Yearly boot reimbursement is also included.
Team Perks: Monthly paid company breakfasts and seasonal outings.
Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with company contributions.
Cell Phone Reimbursement: Monthly support for your phone expenses.
Performance Bonuses: Rewarding exceptional contributions with bonus opportunities.
5 Paid Holidays – Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Thanksgiving.
Paid time off: Paid time off for you to take a break during the season.
Rain day Work: Administrative work on rain days
Positive Work Environment: A friendly, kind, and smoke-free workplace that values teamwork and respect.
What will you be doing?
Team Leadership: In this field role, you will lead Crews and Gardeners, serving as a horticultural mentor and supporting daily time management. Your role includes identifying and delivering educational opportunities to enhance the team's expertise.
Client Engagement: Collaborate closely with clients to understand their specific preferences, plant choices, and aesthetic goals. Execute all necessary seasonal maintenance while providing expert advice and design solutions tailored to their unique vision.
Project Oversight: Independently manage horticultural client accounts, overseeing small projects from conception to completion. Monitor project timelines, budgets, and quality standards with a keen focus on horticultural excellence.
Plant Selection and Care: Leverage your horticultural expertise to recommend and assist the selection, planting, and ongoing care of diverse plant species. Ensure that horticultural projects align with the clients' desires and thrive over time.
Communication: Maintain transparent and effective communication with clients, updating them on project progress, addressing inquiries, and ensuring their satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
Record Keeping: Keep meticulous records of client interactions, horticultural project details, and financial transactions. Utilize organizational tools to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
What don't we do: We do not plow or mow. We are a plant focused team.
What are we looking for?
A background in art, design, or horticulture: While not required, is highly valued.
Horticultural Expertise: Proven experience in fine gardening, with a minimum of 5 years required.
Pruning Skills: Experienced in pruning to maintain plant health, appearance, and structure, including woody plants.
Client-Centric Focus: A passion for understanding clients' horticultural preferences and translating them into thriving plant landscapes.
Team Leadership: Demonstrated success in team leadership and building, showcasing a proven track record. Possess the ability to effectively collaborate with individuals at various stages in their careers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and client expectations effectively..
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills specific to horticulture, allowing you to confidently interact with clients, team members, and contractors.
Adaptability: Enjoy working in a physically demanding, dynamic horticultural environment and demonstrate the ability to handle various situations with a positive attitude.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about fine gardening, have at least 4 years of experience, and possess the skills to lead a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to tim@aldenlaurel.com. Be sure to highlight your gardening experience and explain why you'd be a great fit for our team