Driver – Part-Time Seasonal

Driver - Part-time Seasonal

Folia Gardens

We are a NYC based full-service landscape company specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of high-end private garden spaces. We are a growing company that delivers high-quality work while maintaining a friendly working environment. www.foliagardens.com

Job Summary:

We are looking for a part-time seasonal driver to work with our maintenance and install teams to make deliveries and pick-ups throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Long Island areas. Candidate will also be expected to assist Lead Driver/Lot Manager in keeping the company storage lot organized and clean as well as be in charge of tool and material inventories. This position requires excellent driving skills, communication skills, a clean driving record, and interaction with our online calendar system. Our home base is in Brooklyn where our vehicles and supplies are kept. This is where you will start and end each day.

We are looking for someone to work 5 days per week on Monday - Friday. The typical hours will be 2pm – 7pm but may vary slightly week to week.

Successful candidates for this position should be punctual, hardworking, and self-motivated. They should be able to present themselves in a professional manner when working with clients and in their gardens. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and note taking are essential.

Job Responsibilities/Requirements:

• Clean driver’s license is a must
• Drive safely and responsibly
• Must obey traffic laws at all times
• Smart phone a must
• Must be on time for all required deliveries and pick-ups
• Keep van clean and organized at the end of each day and in general
• Load and unload van with all required material from daily lists provided
• Ensure all tools, plants, and supplies are loaded neatly and secured during transit
• Keep clear inventory of all supplies at lot and report when running low
• Basic knowledge of power tools and construction material
• Ability to learn on the job and problem solve
• Ability to lift up to at least 50lbs

Employment Type:

• This a part-time seasonal position with room for additional hours during the company’s busy season. Successful candidate can expect to start on or around March 4, 2024 with the season running to mid-December, depending on weather. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person