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Yard Associate

Mariani Landscape · Mundelein, IL · $19.00–$22.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

You'd own yard and warehouse organization and seasonal color prep. Tell me about a time you kept a workspace or inventory organized.

What they are checking: Whether they have real habits of organization that keep crews from losing time searching for materials.

Tell me about a time you found a better way to do a routine task.

What they are checking: Whether they take ownership and improve the yard rather than just following routine.

What would you do

A seasonal color delivery arrives and the count doesn't match the order. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they check carefully and report gaps before crews go out short of material.

How would you stage material in the afternoon so crews can load and leave quickly the next morning?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that good staging saves time for every crew and plan around the schedule.

The schedule changes late in the day and a crew needs different material. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can adjust quickly and stay calm when plans shift.

This is year-round work. How do you feel about working outside in Illinois winters as well as summers?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the role continues through all seasons, including cold months.

A crew leader is frustrated because their order wasn't ready. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they own mistakes, fix them quickly and keep good relationships with crews.

About the work

How do you keep live plants healthy while they wait in the yard before going out?

What they are checking: Whether they know basic plant care like watering and shade so material arrives at jobs in good shape.

What equipment have you used to move material, like a forklift or skid steer?

What they are checking: Whether they can safely move heavy material around a busy yard.

How would you track supplies like faux materials and decor so the company doesn't run out?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep simple inventory records and flag low stock early.

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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 Company is looking for a Yard Associate to take ownership of our yard and warehouse organization, seasonal color preparation, and material staging operations. This is a year-round role and a great fit for someone who likes working outside, staying organized, managing details, and helping crews succeed. The Yard Associate plays a critical role in ensuring seasonal color materials, faux materials, inventory, and supplies are organized, prepared, and ready so crews can work efficiently every day. Responsibilities and Duties Seasonal Color and Material Preparation • Take ownership of organizing seasonal color material. • Receive, count, sort, and organize seasonal color deliveries. • Prepare seasonal color material for crews based on daily schedules and direction from management. • Stage seasonal color material each afternoon so crews are ready for the next day. • Maintain organized seasonal color inventory and storage areas. • Ensure live inventory is watered and properly cared for. • Take ownership of organizing and preparing faux material. • Track and communicate returned seasonal color and faux material. Yard and Warehouse Organization • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized yard. • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse. • Ensure materials, tools, and supplies are stored properly. • Organize returned materials and communicate inventory updates. • Identify and report safety concerns or organization issues. Inventory and Deliveries • Receive vendor deliveries. • Count and verify delivered materials. • Report shortages, damaged materials, incorrect deliveries, or inventory concerns. • Help maintain accurate inventory counts and material organization. • Communicate inventory information clearly to management. Operations Support • Make deliveries to crews or job sites when needed. • Pick up materials and supplies as directed. • Support snow operations during the winter. • Assist with additional yard, warehouse, or operational tasks when primary responsibilities are complete. What We’re Looking For • Someone who takes pride in organization and attention to detail. • Someone who can take ownership of seasonal color preparation and material staging. • Someone who enjoys creating systems and keeping materials organized. • Someone who can communicate clearly with managers, crews, and vendors. • Someone who can read and write English. • Someone who has a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. • Someone who can become DOT certified and maintain a DOT health card. • Someone who can use a phone for calls, texts, photos, and communication. • Someone who is willing to work outside in different weather conditions. • Someone who is dependable, proactive, and willing to help where needed. Job Requirements This can be an entry-level position, but prior experience is preferred. Experience in any of these areas is helpful: • Landscaping • Yard operations • Warehouse operations • Seasonal color or plant material • Inventory management • Deliveries • Driving a truck and trailer • Skid steer operation • Snow operations Seasonal color knowledge is not required on day one, but it is a plus. We are looking for someone who is willing to learn and become highly proficient in organizing and preparing seasonal color materials. Schedule This is a year-round position. The start time will usually be between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM. The day will typically end around 3:00 PM. Overtime may be needed. Saturdays may be required during peak season. Snow events may require additional hours during the winter. Physical Requirements • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance. • Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs with assistance. • Employees should never lift more than 50 lbs without help. This is company policy. • Must be able to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, snow, and changing weather conditions. Driving and Equipment This role may drive a pickup truck, truck and trailer, or other approved company vehicles. A valid driver’s license, clean driving record, DOT certification, and DOT health card are required. This person may also operate a skid steer if trained and approved. What Success Looks Like A successful Yard Associate helps the entire operation run smoother by taking ownership of organization and preparation. • The yard is clean, safe, and organized. • The warehouse is organized and efficient. • Seasonal color materials are organized, accurate, and ready for crews. • Faux materials are organized and prepared correctly. • Crews have what they need staged and ready the afternoon before. • Inventory and returned materials are communicated clearly and accurately. • Vendor deliveries are counted and reported correctly. • Vendors and team members are treated professionally. • The person in this role is dependable, organized, proactive, and takes pride in owning the preparation process that helps crews succeed every day. 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: $19.00 - $22.00 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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