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Mariani Landscape · Mundelein, IL · $17.00–$20.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Jul 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about your landscaping experience. What tasks are you most comfortable doing on your own?

What they are checking: Where they would fit on a crew on day one and how honestly they describe their own skills.

Landscaping means long days in heat, cold and rain. How have you handled tough weather on past jobs?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the physical reality of the work and will show up consistently through it.

Tell me about a time you worked closely with a team to finish a big job. What was your part?

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate well with other crew members, since nothing gets done alone on a site.

What would you do

Your crew is behind and another crew member is cutting corners to catch up. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they care about quality and the company's standards even under time pressure.

You are not sure how your crew leader wants a task done. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they ask questions instead of guessing, which prevents rework and damage on client property.

About the work

Walk me through how you plant a tree or a shrub so it survives its first year.

What they are checking: Basic planting knowledge like hole depth and root care, which decides whether installs need replacing.

How do you prepare and maintain a bed, from weeding through edging, mulching and fertilizing?

What they are checking: Whether they know the steps and order of bed work, which makes up much of the daily routine.

Have you helped build a patio or other hardscape with pavers, stone or concrete? What part did you do?

What they are checking: Their hardscape exposure, since the role assists with patio construction alongside maintenance.

What do you do to load and unload materials and equipment safely, especially on a trailer?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to avoid injuries and damaged gear, which are common and costly on crews.

How do you prune a shrub to shape it without hurting it?

What they are checking: Basic pruning sense, since seasonal pruning is a key part of the crew's work.

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The full job description

As published by Mariani Landscape.

Work With The Best We are building the premier outdoor living company in the country by creating a “family of family companies” across the nation. Now you can build your landscaping career with the best, working in one of our many company locations nationwide. Learn from the top experts in the field and work on some of the country’s largest and most complex landscape projects. Take advantage of opportunities to share and exchange best practices across our network. The opportunities are endless. Job Overview: Woodlawns Landscape is seeking motivated Crew Members to join our crew and contribute to our mission of providing top-notch service. As a Crew Member, you'll contribute directly to the visual appeal and health of diverse landscapes. Your expertise will be applied to maintaining lawns and gardens, ensuring each area reflects our high standards. You'll also play a crucial role in seasonal pruning, shaping and enhancing the beauty of our client's properties. Responsibilities and Duties: • Install of plant material like planting trees, shrubs, flowers. • Bed preparation and maintenance like weeding, edging, mulching, and fertilizing. • Assist with the construction of patios, and other hardscape features using various materials such as pavers, stone, and concrete. • Load, unload, and transport materials, tools, and equipment. • Collaborate effectively with other crew members and supervisors to complete projects efficiently and to a high standard. • Follow all company safety guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. ​ Job Requirements • At least 1 year of proven work experience as a Landscaper. Specific experience in enhancement projects is a plus. • Knowledge of plant identification and proper planting techniques. • Ability to operate landscaping equipment safely and efficiently. • Understanding of hardscaping principles and techniques. • Strong work ethic and attention to detail. • High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills to oversee several projects at a time. Job Requirements: • At least 1 year of proven work experience as a Landscaper or similar role. • Must be able to operate maintenance equipment including lawnmowers, leaf blowers and hedge trimmers. • Landscaping is a physically demanding job - expect to lift heavy objects, bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods. • Ability to work in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain). • High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills to oversee several projects at a time. The Perks: • 401(k) plan with company match • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • FSA/HSA • PerkSpot • Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance • Paid time Off • Tuition Reimbursement (after one year of service) Pay Transparency Mariani Enterprises LLC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees with an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Mariani Enterprises LLC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. Position Range: $17.00 - $20.00 Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Employers can only E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. A part of the U.S. Immigration laws protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin. If you have the skills, experience, and legal right to work, your citizenship or immigration status shouldn’t get in the way. Mariani Enterprises, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

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