Employment
Who We Are
Metro Blooms is a nonprofit that partners with communities, property owners, organizations and local governments to create resilient landscapes and foster clean watersheds, embracing the values of equity and inclusion to solve environmental challenges. We believe that collaboration with our communities and across our programs is the most impactful way to heal our earth. We manage the Blue Thumb – Planting for Clean Water partnership and own the for-profit Metro Blooms Design+Build, a full-service landscape design and construction company. These positions are employed by Metro Blooms Design+Build.
Install Assistant Crew Lead
- Reports To: Install Crew Leader
- Status: Seasonal, full/part-time, nonexempt
- Hours: 40 hours per week, M-F during the outdoor work season (Mid-April – November)
- Rate: $23-$26/hour based on qualifications + Paid Holidays + Paid Time Off
- Location: Minneapolis, MN. Projects occur throughout the Twin Cities metro area.
Summary
The Installation crew actualizes landscape plans that our designers have created. Our projects typically focus on native plants and stormwater management Some projects may include hardscape elements, such as stepping stones, patios, natural stone walls and pathways. Projects range in size from a single front yard raingarden to a large commercial or community-based project and are located in the Twin Cities metro area. Our crew members take pride in installing beautiful landscapes that benefit our ecosystem. We are dedicated to safety and thoroughness in all our work.
The Install Assistant Crew Lead assists and supports the Install Crew Leader in managing the installation of projects on site, being responsive to other crew members, and being the primary driver of the truck and trailer. Both the Assistant Crew Lead and Crew Leader work to ensure a safe and supportive work environment. The Assistant Crew Lead will lead the install crew independently as needed.
Ideal candidates have a minimum of 2 years of landscape installation experience, truck + trailer driving experience, and experience in leading a small crew.
Watering Specialist
- Reports To: Landcare Program Director
- Status: Seasonal, part-time, nonexempt
- Hours: 24 hours per week, hours subject to change based on program needs (early May – mid October)
- Rate: $21.50 – $23 per hour depending on qualifications + Paid Holidays + Paid Time Off
- Location: Minneapolis, MN. Projects occur throughout the Twin Cities metro area.
Summary
The Watering Specialist primarily works independently to ensure newly installed plantings receive 1” of water per week during the establishment period. This includes coordinating with the Landcare Program Director to manage a designated list of watering sites and tasks, monitoring weekly rainfall, and scheduling weekly tasks based on priority and need. The Watering Specialist will operate a ¾ ton (F250) pickup truck and water trailer on a daily basis.
As needed per rainfall and workflow, the Watering Specialist may assist the Landcare Crew to fulfill weekly hours. Landcare Crew site maintenance includes trash and sediment removal, vegetation management using sustainable techniques such as hand-pulling and mowing, mulching and replanting. This is an independent supportive position, responding to a variety of tasks throughout the season. The Watering Specialist will be reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable with a variable set of responsibilities.
Ideal candidates have experience with truck and trailer operation, proper watering techniques, and an interest in urban native landscapes.
Metro Blooms celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a positive, equitable and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We don’t just accept difference, we thrive on it for the benefit and resilience of our employees, our programs, and our community. We are passionate about creating a diverse workforce that promotes the values of equity and justice. We encourage everyone to apply, especially those underrepresented in our sector: Black people, Indigenous people, people of color, and LGBTQIA individuals.
Metro Blooms prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant because of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, or other status protected by applicable law.
The policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law.