Turf Jockeys

Junior Landscape Installer

Jumpstart Your Landscape Career with a Team That Builds More Than Just Yards, We Build Legacies!

If you're hands-on, growth-minded, and ready to launch a rewarding career in the green industry, this is your moment. Turf Jockeys isn't your average landscaping company. We're crafting custom outdoor living environments that inspire, and we're looking for passionate professionals to help us bring them to life.

At Turf Jockeys, we believe the outdoor spaces we design are extensions of the people who enjoy them. As an award-winning landscape construction firm based in Mid-Michigan, we bring innovation, excellence, and craftsmanship to every project, from tranquil water features and hardscapes to complex outdoor wellness environments. Our projects are one-of-a-kind, and our team is just as special. Our company culture is built around six core values: Transparency. Accountability. Discipline. Alignment. Inspiration. Results. These values drive everything we do, from the way we collaborate on-site to how we show up for our clients.

Learn more about us at: https://turfjockeys.com/ 

As a Junior Landscape Installer, you'll be a vital part of our construction crew. Working under the guidance of a Senior Installer and Foreman, you'll help bring our designs to life from the ground up. You'll gain hands-on experience with tools, materials, and techniques across the full scope of custom landscape builds. This role is ideal for someone with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and some baseline experience in landscape or construction work.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in installing custom landscape and hardscape elements
• Operate and maintain hand and power tools used in landscape construction
• Follow detailed instructions and adapt to evolving site conditions and change orders
• Maintain consistent attendance, positive attitude, and team-first mentality
• Lift 50 lbs repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks (bending, kneeling, standing for long periods)
• Comply with all safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory standards
• Participate in continuous training and skill development
• Support crew with additional tasks as needed

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in landscape construction preferred
• Familiarity with tools, equipment, and basic landscaping techniques
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to communicate clearly with team and clients
• Physical fitness and stamina for outdoor work in various weather conditions
• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required

What We Offer

• Full time position
• Competitive hourly pay at $19 to $21, based on experience. 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (70% employer-paid)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Opportunities for advancement into team lead or foreman roles
• A supportive culture that invests in your growth

Ready to Grow With Us?

We're excited to meet self-motivated individuals who want to build a career, not just take a job. If this sounds like you, apply now!

Turf Jockeys is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.