Job Details

ID #54115996
Estado Illinois
Ciudad Chicago
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente Illinois
Showed 2025-07-03
Fecha 2025-07-03
Fecha tope 2025-09-01
Categoría Comercios expertos/artesanos
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Nurseryman - Plant Purchaser and Yard Manager

Illinois, Chicago, 60601 Chicago USA
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Western DuPage Landscaping in Naperville is looking for a full-time Nurseryman to play a vital role in the daily operations of our facility and material yard. This position is responsible for managing plant purchases and maintaining accurate inventory, ensuring that all materials are well-organized and readily available. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in horticulture and a solid understanding of hardscape materials. It is essential that the candidate is capable of operating equipment such as forklifts and skid steers safely and efficiently. A thorough knowledge of irrigation systems, including installation and maintenance, is also a critical requirement. Success in this role requires a strong commitment to safety, excellent organizational abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively with various departments and external vendors.

Core Responsibilities:

Manage and supervise the facility and material yard.

Collaborate with different departments and vendors to ensure efficient operations.

Load and unload trucks, manage deliveries, and dispatch delivery drivers.

Maintain accurate inventory and ensure an organized, safety-focused facility.

Oversee the purchasing of plants and other materials needed for landscaping projects.

Ensure all equipment and materials are properly maintained and stored.

Install & maintain irrigation systems - ensuring consistent watering of all plant materials and purchases

Required Skills and Values:

Strong focus on safety and maintaining a safe work environment.

Bilingual abilities to communicate effectively with a diverse team.

Knowledge of horticulture and familiarity with hardscape materials.

Snow and Ice removal knowledge of salts, spreaders, plows, shoveling, etc

Knowledge of disposal and recycling programs for various materials.

Proven management skills and experience with heavy equipment and large trucks.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficiency with technology and email communication.

Ability to use forklift, skidsteer & excavator safely & efficently.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Enjoy working outside in various weather conditions.

Previous experience in a similar role within the landscaping or horticulture industry.

Experience with inventory management and purchasing.

Have an Illinois State driver's license to drive truck (clean driving record)

Flower, plant, & tree care knowledge

Follow and enforce the WDL Safety and Best Practices.

Eligibility Requirements:

Authorized to work in the United States

Must not require sponsorship now or in the future

Have reliable transportation to commute to and from the property on a daily basis (Naperville, IL 60563)

Company Overview: Western DuPage Landscaping is an established landscaping company that has been serving the Chicagoland area and the western suburbs for nearly 50 years. We pride ourselves on our passionate staff whose focus is on quality. We are seeking candidates who fit our core values and can grow with our team, building on our extensive history of creating landscapes that are built to last.

https://www.westerndupagelandscaping.com/

NO RECRUITERS-we are not using any recruiters.

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