WE are currently hiring for the following positions:
Thank You for your interest in joining our Team
EcoLawn Crew Member
Install Crew Member/Driver (full-time)
Substitute Crew Member
Sales Manager (part-time)
Designer (full-time)
ROLE
The purpose of the Designer is to generate ecologically-impactful designs for clients, enroll clients in SOG values by marrying client goals with site conditions and communicating design choices clearly and effectively, ensuring that SOG standards for design and client experience are upheld. The Designer provides an amazing client experience, with valuable education along the client journey to enroll them in our values and practices as they express in their specific design. The Designer is responsible for producing designs that are buildable, play to SOGs strengths, and realistic for the client’s stated budget. The Designer reports directly to the Lead Designer.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Designer is accountable to the following work:
Consultation & Design Process
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full-time, 40 hrs/week, hourly. Compensation between $24-$34.50/hour, commensurate with experience. Includes PTO, sick pay, paid holidays, continuing ed stipend, and profit sharing.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to raleigh@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
The purpose of the Designer is to generate ecologically-impactful designs for clients, enroll clients in SOG values by marrying client goals with site conditions and communicating design choices clearly and effectively, ensuring that SOG standards for design and client experience are upheld. The Designer provides an amazing client experience, with valuable education along the client journey to enroll them in our values and practices as they express in their specific design. The Designer is responsible for producing designs that are buildable, play to SOGs strengths, and realistic for the client’s stated budget. The Designer reports directly to the Lead Designer.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to have tough conversations. “Clarity is kind.” ~Brene Brown
- Fluency Adobe Suite, GSuite, Excel
- Fluency in LandFX CAD preferred
- Fluency in ecological design, edible, medicinal, and regionally-appropriate plants
- Strong aesthetic understanding of the built environment
- Fluency in water management strategies
- Excellent time management skills
- Excellent sales skills
- Ability to self-direct work
- Ability to work directly with clients, and appropriately manage expectations
- Access to reliable transportation
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Designer is accountable to the following work:
Admin
- Exceed client expectations of timeliness, communicativeness, and professionalism, being preemptive and proactive in communicating
- Manage personal Google Calendar diligently and communicate to clients and team proactively when expectations will not be met.
- Maintain filing of all projects according to filing protocols
- Work in design software suite to build upon design templates, as delegated by Lead Designer
- Attend design team meetings and report on current projects
- Attend regular 1:1 meetings with Lead Designer
- Provide timely edits to Design Assistant for client deliverables
- Attend consultations to define scope of work
- Conduct design proposal costing, delivery, and negotiation
- Create proposals
- Move projects appropriately through CRM software and keep all project tracking tools updated regularly
- Track billing and send invoices
- Manage project calendar
- Manage client communications
- Maintain appropriate load of clients and projects
- Conduct site analysis visits
- Conduct charettes and attend internal design meetings
- Design and render conceptual and detail designs
- Annotate in CAD
- Integrate research and company best-practices based on our values into designs
- Present design deliverables to clients
- Discuss budget at beginning of project and manage client expectations
- Understand client priorities and reflect goals in VE to be handed off to Operations Director
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full-time, 40 hrs/week, hourly. Compensation between $24-$34.50/hour, commensurate with experience. Includes PTO, sick pay, paid holidays, continuing ed stipend, and profit sharing.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to raleigh@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
Designer
Sales Manager
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Manager to lead our sales efforts, grow our client base, and drive revenue for our landscaping company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, business development, and relationship management, with a passion for ecological landscaping and outdoor design. This role reports directly to the CEO, and works very closely with the marketing team, Lead Designer, Project Manager, Caretaking Director and COO.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and business growth.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including residential, commercial, and municipal clients.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and industry partners.
- Oversee the sales process from lead generation to contract signing, ensuring a seamless customer experience, including conducting lead calls and scheduling/invoicing through “consultation booked” deal stage
- Manage inbound communications via various business email accounts and voicemail.
- Collaborate with the design and install teams to ensure alignment between client expectations and project execution while establishing a structured feedback loop to refine the front-end sales pipeline, as determined by Leadership.
- Track sales metrics, generate reports, and adjust strategies as needed for continuous improvement.
- Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and market demand.
- Train and mentor sales team members to enhance their performance and sales skills.
- Coordinate with marketing and communications teams to align on sales strategies.
- Conduct business development activities to diversify lead sources
- Manage Lead Call process, including:
- training new staff and oversee and audit calls, as needed
- Managing flow of information between marketing and design
- monitor KPIs and make suggestions for improvement
- manage availability and calendar needs
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- Proven experience in sales management, preferably in the landscaping, construction, or outdoor design industry.
- Strong negotiation and closing skills, with a customer-centric approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with clients.
- Ability to read landscape plans and understand project requirements.
- Proficiency in CRM software and sales tracking tools.
- Knowledge of landscaping materials, plants, and construction techniques as well as permaculture and regenerative landscaping is a plus.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and lead a team.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
- Excellent and clear communication skills — both verbal and written
ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS
- Arrive promptly
- Utilize non-violent methods of communication and interaction when conflict arises
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Respond promptly to emails
- Attend all staff meetings and retreats
- Attend weekly manager meetings
- Able and willing to learn new skills; learning how to seek answers, problem solve or seek assistance to get the job done.
- Extremely detail-oriented and highly organized
- Able to demonstrate discretion and handle confidential information
COMPENSATION
Part-time 24 hours/week to start, $25-$35/hr commensurate with experience. Opportunity for growth into a full-time role with robust employee benefits.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to brandy@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
ROLE
The role of the Install Crew Member/ Driver is to execute the work order for all installs, under the direction of the Install Manager. The Install Crew Member reports directly to the Install Manager. The Install Crew Member will be responsible for helping to build permaculture landscapes which includes site prep, water systems, hardscaping construction, and plantings. The position requires heavy physical labor, and the regular lifting of 80 pounds.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Install Crew Member is accountable to the following work:
Preliminary to Install
Install
Post Install
Communication and Job Tracking
Additional Expectations
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Technical skills desired (any or all):
Other skills desired
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
36-40 hrs/week, hourly. Compensation between $20-$25/hour, commensurate with experience. Includes PTO, sick pay, paid holidays, continuing ed stipend, and profit sharing.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to jasper@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
The role of the Install Crew Member/ Driver is to execute the work order for all installs, under the direction of the Install Manager. The Install Crew Member reports directly to the Install Manager. The Install Crew Member will be responsible for helping to build permaculture landscapes which includes site prep, water systems, hardscaping construction, and plantings. The position requires heavy physical labor, and the regular lifting of 80 pounds.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Install Crew Member is accountable to the following work:
Preliminary to Install
- Arrive to HQ in timely manner to participate in morning meetings and become familiar with job scope prior to heading to site
- Help load materials, tools, and anything else needed to perform the installation before leaving the HQ
- Use Trello to familiarize and prepare for upcoming jobs
- Use Trello to track job tasks and communicate sourcing needs with Install Logistics Coordinator (ILC)
- Clock in and clock out on time through the TriNet app
- Attend bi-weekly EOS install meeting
- Attend staff meetings
Install
- Drive install vehicles and dump trailer as needed
- Operate Bobcat MT100 as needed
- Rigorous physical work in most weather conditions
- Execute all phases of install as per the directive of the Install Manager
- Contribute to the overall system efficiency
- Execute construction of hardscaping, water system, and planting elements including landscape construction, irrigation, plumbing, stone masonry, carpentry, site & bed prep
- Adhere to timelines and install standards
- Conduct on site running for materials and last minute supply runs to the hardware store
- Layout plants according to design specifications, together with Install Planting Lead (IPL)
- Maintain tools in an organized and functional way and communicate any large repairs or problems to IM
- Support the organization of inventory stock and tools at HQ and install fleet in coordination with ILC as delegated by the IM
- Read maps and translate them to onsite conditions
- Mark out the design on site TBD
- Conduct end of job walk-through with client TBD
- Make sure the job site and install fleet are tidy at the end of each day, and the standards of cleanup are upkept at the end of each job
- Upload end-of-day photos to Google Drive as delegated by IM
Post Install
- Make sure site photos have been added at end of each work day
- Add punch list items to Trello and communicate any time constraints associated with them to Install Manager and Project Manager (IM/ PM)
Communication and Job Tracking
- Enter time and any expenses at the end of each day of installation
- Respond promptly to emails and Slack messages
- Check calendar + Trello regularly to anticipate upcoming work
- Maintain enthusiasm and gratitude
- All communication with clients is kind, considerate, polite, and professional
Install Follow-up
- Conduct punch list repairs according to our guarantee policy as directed by Install Manager
- Sort all waste and dispose of thru appropriate channels
- Maintain that the trucks and Installation Station are organized and clean
Driver
- Pick up and drop off rental vehicles as needed
- Call and engage roadside assistance as needed
- Pick up and drop off vehicles for repairs and maintenance when notified by Fleet Manager
- Complete daily WhipAround checklist
- Record issues in WhipAround
- Contact Fleet Manager with issues and fleet needs
Additional Expectations
- Must get along well with others and value non-violent methods of communication and interaction
- Excellent and clear communication skills — both verbal and written
- Compassionate and helpful nature
- Able and willing to learn new skills; learning how to seek answers, problem solve or seek assistance to get the job done
- Comfortable working with a team
- Flexible and able to adapt to unique situations
- Familiar with Google Drive, Slack and Trello
- Strong sense of responsibility and ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects with minimal supervision
- Extremely detail-oriented and highly organized
- Able to demonstrate discretion and handle confidential information
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
- Access to reliable transportation
- Visibly wear the Shades of Green shirt while on job sites
- Wear boots and appropriate work attire
- Participate in 1:1 feedback sessions
- Review and sign the Employee Handbook
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Technical skills desired (any or all):
- Landscape Construction
- Irrigation
- Plumbing
- Hardscaping
- Site & Bed Prep
- Softscaping
- Plant identification and care
- Horticultural
- Masonry
- Carpentry
Other skills desired
- Must get along well with others and value non-violent methods of communication and interaction
- Excellent and clear communication skills — both verbal and written
- Compassionate and helpful nature
- Able and willing to learn new skills; learning how to seek answers, problem solve or seek assistance to get the job done
- Comfortable working with a team
- Flexible and able to adapt to unique situations
- Familiar with Google Drive, Google Calendar, WhipAround, TriNet,, EOS, Excel, Slack and Trello
- Strong sense of responsibility and ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects with minimal supervision
- Extremely detail-oriented and highly organized
- Able to demonstrate discretion and handle confidential information
- Able to identify plants, pests and diseases
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
- Access to reliable transportation
- Visibly wear the Shades of Green shirt/ logo while on job sites
- Wear steel toe/composite toe boots and appropriate work attire
- Wear appropriate safety gear (i.e. safety glasses, ear protection, long sleeves, gloves, sunscreen, etc.)
- Participate in quarterly 1:1 feedback sessions with IM
- Review and sign the Employee Handbook
- Has a basic level of Spanish language proficiency
- Clean driving record and a current driver's license
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
36-40 hrs/week, hourly. Compensation between $20-$25/hour, commensurate with experience. Includes PTO, sick pay, paid holidays, continuing ed stipend, and profit sharing.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to jasper@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
Install Crew Member / Driver
ROLE
Shades of Green is pioneering a sustainable approach to lawn care! In April 2025, we will be scaling to a second crew. This position will start out part-time until July and be full-time by August.
Our EcoLawns program empowers our clients to maintain lawns in an ecologically friendly way, replacing traditional chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and fossil fuels with organic lawn amendments and solar-powered equipment. They will also help identify plants, pests and diseases; problem solve eco-friendly solutions to common garden pests, diseases or challenges a garden or lawn might be facing; gather, assist, and execute ongoing caretaking tasks for applicable clients + materials to facilitate installations.
The Sustainable Lawn Care Crew Member will become a part of the EcoLawns crew, using electric lawn care equipment to keep client lawns looking beautiful, healthy, and a beneficial part of the ecosystem. The Sustainable Lawn Care Crew Member reports directly to the Caretaking Director.
This position is ideal for a seasoned lawn care technician who is interested in learning more about sustainable landscaping, permaculture, and working in a way that supports the environment.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
RESPONSIBILITIES
The EcoLawn Crew Member is accountable to the following work:
Lawn Care
Driver
Communication and Job Tracking
Client Management
Additional expectations
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
32-40 hrs/week, hourly. Compensation between $19-$21/hour, commensurate with experience. Includes PTO, sick pay, paid holidays, and continuing ed stipend.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to roxy@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
Shades of Green is pioneering a sustainable approach to lawn care! In April 2025, we will be scaling to a second crew. This position will start out part-time until July and be full-time by August.
Our EcoLawns program empowers our clients to maintain lawns in an ecologically friendly way, replacing traditional chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and fossil fuels with organic lawn amendments and solar-powered equipment. They will also help identify plants, pests and diseases; problem solve eco-friendly solutions to common garden pests, diseases or challenges a garden or lawn might be facing; gather, assist, and execute ongoing caretaking tasks for applicable clients + materials to facilitate installations.
The Sustainable Lawn Care Crew Member will become a part of the EcoLawns crew, using electric lawn care equipment to keep client lawns looking beautiful, healthy, and a beneficial part of the ecosystem. The Sustainable Lawn Care Crew Member reports directly to the Caretaking Director.
This position is ideal for a seasoned lawn care technician who is interested in learning more about sustainable landscaping, permaculture, and working in a way that supports the environment.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- This is an entry level position
- Some experience in horticulture, permaculture or landscaping is preferred
- Work requires the ability to lift/carry/wheelbarrow objects routinely weighing 35-50+lbs
- Enjoy working with others as well as independently.
- Have clear + proactive communication skills, good people skills
- Enjoy working outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions
- Detail-oriented + takes pride in the work they do
- This is an ideal position if you are interested in learning more about permaculture techniques, and their application.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The EcoLawn Crew Member is accountable to the following work:
Lawn Care
- Mow, edge, and blow all clients lawn and tend to garden beds as determined in client scope of work in accordance with Shades of Green Permaculture’s standard operating and safety procedures.
- Foster an excellent customer experience through dynamic service and holistic property care.
- Work with a team to deliver ongoing care for clients that empowers and supports knowledge of their lawns and landscape.
- Store materials at HQ shop and loading truck if asked
- Identify materials correctly, and asking if you aren’t sure
- Know job names
- Adhere to timelines and standards
Driver
- Complete trailer training with Logistics Assistant Manager and follow proper trailer driving and material handling procedures
- Pick up and drop off rental vehicles as needed
- Call and engage roadside assistance as needed
- Pick up and drop off vehicles for repairs and maintenance when notified by Logistics Assistant Manager
- Record issues in whip around
- Contact Logistics Assistant Manager with issues and fleet needs
Communication and Job Tracking
- Enter time and any expenses by the end of each day under the appropriate project.
- Respond promptly to emails
- Check calendar regularly to anticipate upcoming work
Client Management
- Defer all client questions to EcoLawn Assistant Manager
- Maintain enthusiasm and gratitude
- All communication with clients is kind, considerate, polite, and professional.
Additional expectations
- Visibly wear the Shades of Green shirt while on job sites
- Wear steel toe/composite toe boots when onsite
- Wear appropriate safety gear (i.e. goggles, ear plugs, long sleeves, gloves, sunscreen, etc.)
- Arrive promptly
- Utilize non-violent methods of communication and interaction when conflict arises
- Maintain a positive attitude with solutions-driven communication
- Participate in Quarterly Conversations + End of Year Review
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
32-40 hrs/week, hourly. Compensation between $19-$21/hour, commensurate with experience. Includes PTO, sick pay, paid holidays, and continuing ed stipend.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to roxy@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
EcoLawn Crew Member
ROLE
The role of the Substitute Crew Member is to execute the work order for all installs, under the direction of the Install or Caretaking Manager, depending on the team you are subbing for. The Substitute Crew Member is an as-needed position with requests for work not guaranteed. The Substitute Crew Member reports directly to the Install Manager. The Substitute Crew Member may also report to the Install Assistant Manager, or the Caretaking Manager + Caretaking Assistant Manager if needed. The Substitute Crew Member will be responsible for helping to build permaculture landscapes which includes site prep, water systems, hardscaping construction, and plantings. The position requires heavy physical labor, and the regular lifting of 80 pounds.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Substitute Crew Member is accountable to the following work:
General
Install + Caretaking
Communication and Job Tracking
Client Management
Additional Expectations
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
COMPENSATION
This is an as-needed position only, paid hourly. The Substitute Crew Member is an as-needed position with requests for work not guaranteed. Compensation between $17-$20/hour, commensurate with experience.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to roxy@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
The role of the Substitute Crew Member is to execute the work order for all installs, under the direction of the Install or Caretaking Manager, depending on the team you are subbing for. The Substitute Crew Member is an as-needed position with requests for work not guaranteed. The Substitute Crew Member reports directly to the Install Manager. The Substitute Crew Member may also report to the Install Assistant Manager, or the Caretaking Manager + Caretaking Assistant Manager if needed. The Substitute Crew Member will be responsible for helping to build permaculture landscapes which includes site prep, water systems, hardscaping construction, and plantings. The position requires heavy physical labor, and the regular lifting of 80 pounds.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Substitute Crew Member is accountable to the following work:
General
- Arrive to HQ in timely manner to participate in morning meetings and become familiar with job scope prior to heading to site
- Help load materials, tools, and anything else needed to perform the installation before leaving the HQ
- Sort all waste and dispose of thru appropriate channels
- Maintain that the truck and HQ shop are organized and clean
Install + Caretaking
- Rigorous physical work in most weather conditions
- execute all phases of install as per the directive of the Install Manager
- execute construction of hardscaping, water system, and planting elements including landscape construction, irrigation/plumbing, stone masonry, carpentry, site & bed prep
- adhere to timelines and install standards
- Provide physical labor to complete the work
Communication and Job Tracking
- Enter time at the end of each day of installation under appropriate project.
- Respond to Install Manager’s request for work promptly
Client Management
- Defer all client questions to Install Manager
- Maintain enthusiasm and gratitude
- All communication with clients is kind, considerate, polite, and professional.
Additional Expectations
- Wear boots
- Wear appropriate work attire
- Arrive promptly
- Utilize non-violent methods of communication and interaction when conflict arises
- Maintain a positive attitude
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Flexible schedule
- Compassionate, helpful, and friendly demeanor
- Able and willing to learn new skills; learning how to seek answers, problem solve or seek assistance to get the job done
- Comfortable working with a team
- Flexible and able to adapt to unique situations
- Access to reliable transportation
COMPENSATION
This is an as-needed position only, paid hourly. The Substitute Crew Member is an as-needed position with requests for work not guaranteed. Compensation between $17-$20/hour, commensurate with experience.
TO APPLY:
Does this sound like you? We'd love to hear from you!
Please email your resume, 3 references, and cover letter to roxy@shadesofgreenpermaculture.com
