Hiring - Updated February 9th 2023
We are a growing Landscape Design/Build company! Nestled in the Rockies, we service Park City, UT and the surrounding areas, providing high quality stone and landscape work. We specialize in the construction of boulder retaining walls, flagstone patios, hardy landscapes, etc.
At Blackdog Stone and Landscaping, we are committed to providing quality landscape installations in a timely and professional manner. We are striving to build a team with that same commitment, who will help achieve the company goals and uphold our company values, a team who constantly strives to improve to better ourselves and our services, and a team that supports it’s individual members and achieves success.
Positions Hiring:
Summer Jobs (Seasonal)
We are looking for a motivated individuals to join our team for the summer season. all levels of experience and knowledge; Foreman, machine operators, skilled craftsmen, irrigation, planting, general labor, and more.
Foreman
3+ years Experience managing and installing landscapes (See job description below)
Skilled Craftsman
Experience and knowledge in - Irrigation, planting, patios, retaining walls, general landscaping
Stone Mason
Boulder retaining walls, exterior stone/veneer, paver patios, flagstone patios, cinder block, concrete footings…
Irrigation Specialist
Have substantial experience installing new systems (on large and small projects), repairing existing systems, and expanding off existing systems.
Machine Operator
(Small excavators, skid steers, driving trucks with trailers) WITH landscaping experience. Knowledge in building hardscapes, excavation, grading, boulder retaining walls, patios…
General Labor
Hard working, reliable labor with some landscaping experience.
Job Description
Landscape Construction Foreman
The Landscape Construction Foreman is responsible for overseeing and leading the construction of outdoor living spaces, including hardscapes and softscapes, such as patios, walls, water features, plantings, sod installation, irrigation, and other related services. The Foreman will be responsible for leading a team in completing projects on time and within budget, ensuring craftsmanship and quality is in line with company standards, ensuring that safety standards are met, coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers, maintaining accurate records and reporting progress to the superintendent.
Primary responsibilities: Include but not limited to the following.
To be on-site installing and building all aspects of a landscape project and/or, overseeing the installation and construction of partial or entire project(s).
To plan ahead and gather and manage materials, equipment and man power needed for your project, in order to be efficient for the following day(s).
Understand a job plan set and complete the job in specified time and budget, while maintaining quality and standards set forth by the company.
Read, follow, and understand architectural plans, landscape plans and engineering plans, including but not limited to, footings, concrete patios/slabs/footings, retaining walls (boulder, block…), decks, pergolas, paver patios, irrigation…
Operate excavators, skid steers, trucks, trailers…
Supervises a crew of up to 5+ employees and prioritizes work, track their time
Lead and train employees to complete projects within established guidelines, time frame and quality standards. Provide guidance and instruction to crew members in the use of tools and machinery
Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed, document/report injuries, and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
Brings problems to the attention of the Superintendent and/or Operations Manager.
Maintain a clean and safe job site
Ensure equipment is properly maintained
Collect and turn in receipts with job name/address on a weekly basis.
Winter responsibilities: Include but not limited to the following:
All of the above if we have projects going on.
Snow plowing/removal: Employee will need to be available at all hours to manage plowing and snow removal. This includes very early hours (3am or earlier), late hours (7pm and later).
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred
At least 3 years experience in construction management or related field
Valid Drivers License
DOT Medical Certification (DOT Med Card)
Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) – Not required but recommended
Strong knowledge base:
Skills and Qualifications:
Knowledge of stone and landscape construction processes
Installation of patios – Flagstone, pavers, concrete
Installation of retaining walls – Boulder/stone, Belgard type block, concrete
General masonry – Stone veneer, stone caps, CMU block, concrete, stone masonry, stone masonry repairs, brick…
Footings – Forms, rebar…
Grading (Using transits and laser levels)
Planting
Irrigation
Ability to train and motivate crews
Strong communications and organization skills
Able to drive trucks, trailers, and equipment (excavator, skid steer, etc.)
Proficient in English, Spanish is a plus
Job Description
Skilled Craftsman
We are looking for Landscape Construction Craftsman that have experience in building outdoor spaces, including hardscapes (patios, walkways, retaining walls), softscapes (plantings, shrubs, and trees), irrigation systems, and/or lighting. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of landscape construction and the skills necessary to construct landscapes.
Candidate should have:
Proven experience in landscape construction
Strong knowledge of basic landscaping principles and installation processes.
Able to follow directions
Strong ability in operating machinery (Mini excavators, skid steers, trenchers…)
Ability to give direction to crew members
Ability to work independently or with a team in a fast-paced environment
Excellent time management skills
Ability to communicate with Foreman and other crew members.
English as your primary language
Ability to lift up to 50lbs. on a regular basis
Valid Drivers License
Job Description
Stone Masons
Two or more (2+) years of experience putting up interior and exterior stone veneer, boulder wall construction, and/or stone patio construction. You will work quickly and efficiently, while maintaining a high quality of work. You will be willing to learn new skills where specific skills may be lacking.
Job Responsibilities:
Install or repair interior and exterior stone veneer for fireplaces, exterior house walls, sitting walls, mailboxes, grills, etc.
Construct boulder retaining walls and stone/paver patios with team
Install hard and softscapes with other crews when needed or between irrigation installations
Assist with snow removal in winter months
Skills and Qualifications:
High School Diploma or higher
2-4 years of experience in masonry
Able to work alone or with a team
Ability to drive trucks, trailers, and equipment is a plus
Some experience installing softscapes is a plus
Job Description
Irrigation Specialist
Have substantial experience installing new systems (on large and small projects), repairing existing systems, and expanding off existing systems. You will be able to trouble shoot issues that may arise post installation and perform winter blow-out each fall. When not performing irrigation duties, you will be able to work alongside our construction crews, installing hard and softscapes.
Job Responsibilities:
Install new irrigation systems, starting from ground zero – trenching, laying pipes, hooking up to water, installing control panels, setting timers, etc.)
Repair and troubleshoot problems in existing or recently installed systems
Put together irrigation designs for larger projects or as needed to successfully install new systems
Install hard and softscapes with other crews when needed or between irrigation installations
Skills and Qualifications:
High School Diploma or higher
3-5 years of experience with irrigation installation
Able to work alone or with a team
Perform winter blow-outs
Must be able to drive trucks, trailers, and equipment
Experience installing water features is a plus
Some experience installing hard and softscapes is a plus