Native Landscapes – Field Crew

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Feral Flora is an Ann Arbor, Michigan based business that specializes in ecological landscape design, installation and maintenance, as well as native plant propagation. The majority of our client base is residential, and we pride ourselves on bringing high quality work and customer service to each job. We strive to be stewards of the earth by using native plants and landscape practices with minimal inputs. It is our goal to integrate these practices with existing natural systems, reconnecting people to place.  

Job Posting: Crew Member (Field Crew)

Feral Flora is seeking a crew member to join our field staff and aid in the installation and stewardship of native landscapes and natural areas. Field staff responsibilities also include: hardscape installation, operation and maintenance of hand tools and power tools, on site plant identification, weeding and mechanical invasive plant removal.

Hours and Compensation: This position will consist of 4-day weeks (averaging 35 hrs/wk) from August 26th through November. Potential part-time hours may be available December through February if weather and workload allows. This position starts again full-time in March.

Starting pay of $17/hr’+’, dependent upon experience. $25/hr is the maximum pay for this position. Feral Flora also provides paid vacation, a year-end profit sharing bonus, quarterly massages, continuing education opportunities, retirement benefits (after two full years), possibility for health insurance and salary after the first full year; plus lots of free plants.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Ability to work outdoors under various weather conditions
  • Ability to lift objects up to 60 lbs.
  • Ability to perform quality work with minimal supervision in an efficient manner
  • Strong interest in plants and willingness to learn more about them
  • Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
  • Experience in environmental conservation/restoration, botany, kitchens or farming

Desired qualifications:

  • Interest in ecology and native habitats
  • Michigan native and exotic plant identification
  • Experience in landscaping, natural areas stewardship, or related field

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a resume and cover letter no later than July 17th to: ashley@feral-flora.com 

Ashley Schilling

Nursery Manager & Stewardship Director

Feral Flora, LLC

www.feral-flora.com 

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