Maintenance Sales Manager (Rochester)

Details about this Career

The primary responsibility of the Maintenance Sales Manager is to be the point of contact for key accounts while overseeing and developing the account management team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job.  

Account Manager Position Responsibilities: – 30% 

  • Retain and sell key lawn and landscape maintenance contracts.  

  • Upsell plant health care, arbor, enhancement, snow removal, and other services. 

  • Ensure client and company quality-of-work standards are being met. 

  • Develop positive relationships with key clients, establishing clear, frequent, effective, professional, and timely communication 

  • Develop mutual trust with clients by demonstrating the ability to exceed expectations. 

  • Prepare and present proposals in a timely and professional manner, according to company standards.  

  • Track all proposals in progress, and pursue and follow up to closure. 

  • Participate in various events, organizations, and industry associations to build relationships. 

  • Develop community ties to enhance the Weller Brothers brand. 

  • Assist the Branch Manager with monitoring the operations team and provide suggestions for improvements.

  • Provide Operations Managers information regarding job prioritization and assist with scheduling  

  • Execute site audits, and present maintenance service and landscape enhancement opportunities to the clients. 

  • Act as liaison between client and operations teams  

  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with operations team members. 

  • Report time and productivity daily using LMN.  

  • Track expenses according to company policy. 

  • Work the hours necessary to ensure the jobs are being completed on time, including weekends and holidays, if necessary. ? Maintain a clean and professionally appearing company vehicle. 

  • Manage the sales process from prospecting through sale and transition accounts/projects to appropriate account management and/or operations  team 

  • Create vertical market development plans; make recommendations regarding actions, including cooperative selling efforts. ? Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company. 

  • Other duties as needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission. (snow removal). 

  • Promote The Weller Brothers Way through demonstration of our Roots, Safety, Quality, Communication, Win The Day. 

Personnel Management Responsibilities: – 70% 

  • Assist with hiring and training processes for new Account Managers 
  • Assists with developing recruiting and hiring plans that align with company growth strategy. 
  • Motivate, train and empower team members to become successful Account Managers. 
  • Oversee performance management of the Rochester Account Managers, including addressing client service issues, and assigning/directing workload. 
  • Coach Account Managers through difficult conversations with clients 
  • Hold team accountable for following Weller Brothers policies and work-flow processes 
  • Assists with setting team and individual sales goals aligned with overall branch and company growth strategy. 
  • Consistently tracks actual vs budgeted sales goals for Rochester Account Managers.
  • Conduct regular 1 on 1 meetings with the Head of Account Management. 
  • Ensure all client accounts are being managed to Weller Brothers’ standards. 
  • Assist in collecting and analyzing data related to sales and retention to present to Senior Leadership. 
  • Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company. 
  • Other duties as needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission. 
  • Promote The Weller Brothers Way through demonstration of our Roots, Safety, Quality, Communication, Win The Day.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Work and communicate professionally with clients and team members. 

  • Ability to inspire and motivate new account managers. 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office. 

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented. 

  • Strong ability to work independently with little direction. 

  • Ability to prioritize and multitask. 

  • Excellent time management and performance management skills. 

  • Collaborative, positive attitude with eagerness to learn and assist where needed.

Education and Experience

  • Post High School degree or experience equivalent. 

  • Proven track record of successful sales leadership. 

  • 2–4 years of management & motivation experience 

Physical Requirements

  • LIGHT MEDIUM WORK: Lifting up to 30 pounds; frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (Including the opportunity for unlimited PTO after 1 year of employment)
  • 401K with Company Match Up to 4%
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Company Truck

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Specific schedules will be determined based on weather and the general needs of the business. 

Compensation and Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (Including the opportunity for unlimited PTO after 1 year of employment)
  • 401K with Company Match Up to 4%
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Company Truck

Disclaimer:  The specific statements shown in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.  The company recognized that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function.  Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Weller Brothers Way

Our Mission and Roots guide us in our decision and actions every day. They are not just written words; they are our culture.

Why Work Here?

You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers?

You can be somebody here, and we believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest.

Three Methods To Winterize Your Irrigation System

Irrigation specialist performing an irrigation service in Sioux Falls, SD.

Three Methods To Winterize Your Irrigation System

Save your irrigation system and your pocketbook for the spring. 

If you have a lawn irrigation system, you need to winterize it before temperatures plunge to the freezing point. 

If you do not winterize your irrigation system, you will likely need to repair or replace your irrigation system in the future.

What Is the Risk of Not Winterizing?

Unlike your house, irrigation pipes live below the soil and take on the soil temperature. When Midwest temperatures decide to plunge, the ground also begins to freeze, freezing your irrigation pipes along with it. 

As water begins to freeze, it also expands. This expansion can cause your pipes and fittings to burst, ultimately ruining your investment and making it no longer functional.

Irrigation specialist performing irrigation services in Sioux Falls, SD

Winterization Methods

There are three different methods for draining water from your sprinkler or irrigation system: 

  • manual drain
  • automatic drain
  • blow-out

The method you use depends on the type of irrigation you have in place. 

If you are inexperienced in winterizing your irrigation system yourself, the professionals at Weller Brothers are here to help. Keep in mind that you will not be the only one requesting these services, so plan ahead. 

Manual drain method

Some irrigation systems are equipped with manual drainage. These systems allow you to empty excess water from the system by opening a valve. 

If you have manual drain irrigation, follow these steps: 

  1. Turn off the water supply to the system.
  2. Look for the manual valves at the ends and low points of the piping. 
  3. Open all the valves and drain the water from the system. 
  4. Drain the backflow device. 

Some irrigation systems are equipped with check valves. These devices allow water to only flow one way. If you have check valves on your system, try raising the sprinkler heads. This allows water to drain out of the sprinkler heads. Once the entire system has been drained, close all the valves.

Irrigation specialist performing an irrigation service in Sioux Falls, SD.

Automatic Drain Method

An auto drain system has valves that automatically drain water from the pipes. This happens only when the water pressure falls below a certain number of pounds per square inch. 

To activate an automatic drain function, follow these steps: 

  1. Turn off the water supply to the system. 
  2. Briefly run one of the sprinkler heads to drop the water pressure. 
  3. Automatic draining will begin, clearing the pipes of excess water. 

You may still need to drain the water between the shut-off and backflow device. If the sprinkler heads are equipped with check valves, empty them separately.

Blow-Out Method

The final way of draining an irrigation system is the blow-out method. This is the method that Weller Brothers irrigation specialists use to ensure that your system is shut down properly without risk of damage. 

To drain the pipes, you force compressed air through the irrigation system. This discharges excess water through the sprinkler heads. This method can be potentially hazardous and damaging if you do not have a system that can handle the pressure. If you have never blown out an irrigation system before, please consult a professional. This will save you from frustration, possible injury, and repair costs.

Contact Us For Irrigation Winterization in Sioux Falls, Rochester, or Des Moines

Before freezing temperatures hit the Midwest region, it is important to plan ahead. 

The irrigation professionals at Weller Brothers in Sioux Falls, SD, Des Moines, IA, and Rochester, MN, have the experience to properly shut down your system for the winter.

Overseeding: What Is It and Why Should You Do It?

Weller Brothers lawn care professional overseeding a lawn in Sioux Falls, SD

Overseeding: What Is It and Why Should You Do It?

Are bare spots and thinning grass blades taking over your lawn? 

Do you fertilize your lawn and seed the soil every spring, but your turf just won’t grow as lush and green as your neighbor’s? 

Weller Brothers Landscape Professionals is here to help you understand why overseeding may have failed in the past and how it can help save your lawn this year!

What is Overseeding?

Overseeding is an easy method of planting grass seed that avoids disturbing the soil in your yard. 

This method differs from new lawn seeding because overseeding is exactly like it sounds – planting new seed over an existing lawn.

Weller Brothers lawn care professional overseeding a lawn in Sioux Falls, SD near the street.

When to Overseed Your Lawn

You should overseed in the fall, typically between late August and early October before the first freeze. 

In the Midwest, we recommend that lawns be seeded with cool-season grass that is best acclimated to our temperate climates. The most common grasses used in our area are Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue, which are designed to thrive in cooler temperatures

When planted outside the appropriate season, these grasses will struggle to germinate and grow in the summer heat. This will result in having to re-overseed again in the fall. If you’ve struggled with overseeding before, perhaps this timing was the problem.

Fall is also the time of year when you should aerate your lawn. At Weller Brothers, we always recommend that overseeding be performed alongside aeration in the fall.

Important Factors to Consider When Assessing Your Lawn

If you notice any of the following conditions in your lawn, it is important to consult with a lawn care professional. They will determine if overseeding should take place sooner rather than later

  • Thin Grass 
  • Bare Patches
  • Invasive Weeds
  • Brittle Grass Blades
  • Undesirable Grass Types
  • Spreading Fungal Infections
  • Pest Damage
  • Poor Drainage
Lawn in Sioux Falls, SD that has not been properly maintained. green, healthy grass in Sioux Falls
Lawn in Sioux Falls, SD that has not been properly maintained.

Can You Overseed in the Spring?

You shouldn’t. Here’s why.

Cool-season seeds need cooler temperatures to germinate; warm-season seeds perform best when planted in the warmer weather of late spring or early summer. However, we do not recommend using warm-season grass seeds in the Midwest climate zone, which is why Weller Brothers Landscaping overseeds in the fall

Springtime is when we begin our fertilizer program, beginning with the pre-emergent. Pre-emergent is an herbicide that produces a protective barrier across the soil surface to prevent weeds from emerging. Pre-emergent is non-selective, which means it will prevent the growth of any non-established vegetation – not just undesirable weeds and grasses. 

Spring pre-emergent application is crucial to the health of your lawn, as it is the best method of fighting off weeds before they disrupt new grass growth. Even if pre-emergent is not applied, cool-season grass seeded in spring will develop shallow roots because the conditions are not ideal for growing. This is why we do not recommend overseeding in the spring.

Weller Brothers lawn care professional overseeding a Sioux Falls, SD lawn.

Contact Us For Overseeding in Sioux Falls, Rochester, or Des Moines

As winter approaches, don’t miss out on the benefits you’ll see next spring from overseeding in the fall.

The lawn care professionals at Weller Brothers in Sioux Falls, SD, Des Moines, IA, and Rochester, MN, have the experience to properly overseed your lawn today.

Fertilizer Specialist (Rochester)

Details about this Career

The primary responsibility of the Fertilizer Specialist is to apply chemicals to plants, trees and grass to enhance plant growth and control weeds and pests. This position will perform a variety of chemical applications  that improve the functional and/or aesthetic value of the property.All Weller Brothers team members are expected to provide excellent client service by assisting clients promptly and courteously, answer questions and provide information as needed. A fertilizer specialist will perform and ensure all team members are executing all job responsibilities in a safe, timely and efficient manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. 

  • Stay up to date knowledge of chemical application regulations and techniques.
  • Maintain a good standing state specific chemical applicators license. 
  • Must be legally licensed with a state specific chemical applicators license.
  • Acquires and stores pesticide and herbicide solutions; mixes or dilutes specified chemicals or materials according to directions and applies them at the recommended rate.
  • Able to use outdoor maintenance and power equipment, variety of hand tools, and legally operate a motor vehicle.
  • Willingness to work as part of a team or alone, in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor on a daily basis.
  • Able to communicate with clients to maintain a positive client/company relationship.
  • Maintains records on chemical application activities in compliance with EPA, OSHA, and State and Federal regulations.
  • Installs, adjusts, and performs minor repairs on application equipment.
  • Instructs team members, as required, in applying sprays, dusts, and other materials.
  • Commit the hours necessary to make sure the job is done to satisfaction.
  • Maintain a clean appearance and conform to the Weller Brothers dress code.
  • Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company.
  • Assist in maintaining all Weller Brothers equipment.
  • Assist with Snow Removal in the Winter Season. 
  • Other duties needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Superior work ethic.
  • Manage and train new team members.
  • Timely input of hours on LMN software to ensure accurate payroll processing.
  • Detail oriented, with considerable attention to order and cleanliness.
  • Hold team members accountable for being to work on time and doing their respective duties
  • Hold team members accountable for proper care of company issued tools and equipment  
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Strong attention to detail

Education and Experience

  • Minimum of one-year experience in industry or related field.
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • High school diploma/GED 
  • Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record is preferred.

Physical Requirements

  • HEAVY WORK: Lifting up to 100 pounds; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 80 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-exempt position.  Specific schedules will be determined based on weather and general needs of the business.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
  • 401K with Company Match Up to 4%
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Year Round Employment
  • Ample Overtime During the Summer Work Season

Disclaimer:  The specific statements shown in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.  The company recognized that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function.  Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Weller Brothers Way

Our Mission and Roots guide us in our decision and actions every day. They are not just written words; they are our culture.

Why Work Here?

You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers?

You can be somebody here, and we believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest.

Irrigation Specialist (Rochester)

Details about this Career

The primary responsibility of the Irrigation Specialist is to maintain the irrigation systems of our clients through system installation, start-ups, schedules, checks, repair  and winterization.This position will perform a variety of tasks in relation to irrigation systems that improve the functional and/or aesthetic value of the property. All Weller Brothers team members are expected to provide excellent client service by assisting clients promptly and courteously, answer questions and provide information as needed. A fertilizer specialist will perform and ensure all team members are executing all job responsibilities in a safe, timely and efficient manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. 

  • Provide system installation, start-ups, checks, repairs and winterizations on irrigation systems. 
  • Install and test new underground irrigation systems.
  • Troubleshoot and repair problems with irrigation systems.
  • Able to use outdoor maintenance and power equipment, variety of hand tools, and legally operate a motor vehicle.
  • Willingness to work as part of a team or alone, in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor on a daily basis.
  • Able to communicate with clients to maintain a positive client/company relationship.
  • Maintains records on chemical application activities in compliance with EPA, OSHA, and State and Federal regulations.
  • Installs, adjusts, and performs minor repairs on application equipment.
  • Instructs team members, as required, in applying sprays, dusts, and other materials.
  • Commit the hours necessary to make sure the job is done to satisfaction.
  • Maintain a clean appearance and conform to the Weller Brothers dress code.
  • Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company.
  • Assist in maintaining all Weller Brothers equipment.
  • Assist with Snow Removal in the Winter Season. 
  • Other duties needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Superior work ethic.
  • Manage and train new team members.
  • Timely input of hours on LMN software to ensure accurate payroll processing.
  • Detail oriented, with considerable attention to order and cleanliness.
  • Hold team members accountable for being to work on time and doing their respective duties
  • Hold team members accountable for proper care of company issued tools and equipment  
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Strong attention to detail

Education and Experience

  • Minimum of one-year experience in industry or related field.
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • High school diploma/GED 
  • Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record is preferred.

Physical Requirements

  • HEAVY WORK: Lifting up to 100 pounds; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 80 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-exempt position.  Specific schedules will be determined based on weather and general needs of the business.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
  • 401K with Company Match Up to 4%
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Year Round Employment
  • Ample Overtime During the Summer Work Season

Disclaimer:  The specific statements shown in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.  The company recognized that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function.  Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Weller Brothers Way

Our Mission and Roots guide us in our decision and actions every day. They are not just written words; they are our culture.

Why Work Here?

You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers?

You can be somebody here, and we believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest.

Lawn Aeration: What, Why, and When

aeration plugs in someone's hand

Lawn Aeration: What, Why, and When

Fall is almost here, but that does not mean lawn care should stop! As you create your pre-snow checklist, make sure to add fall lawn aeration to the very top. 

Your lawn is a significant investment, and you may be wondering why you should add another service expense when it is about to snow.

Prepping your lawn in the fall ensures that when springtime rolls around you will earn the status of “best lawn on the block” and brag about it at the spring BBQ. 

The professionals at Weller Brothers are ready to help you make winter prep a breeze. Learn more about lawn aeration and why it benefits your yard.

What is Lawn Aeration?

Aeration is a process that involves perforating the soil with small holes to allow air, water, and nutrients to penetrate deep into the root zone. 

The primary benefit of fall lawn aeration is to improve nutrient absorption into your lawn. Over time due to foot traffic, mowing, or fertilizing machinery, your lawn will become compacted. Fall aeration alleviates soil compaction and breaks down thatch build-up, promoting root growth and overall lawn health.

detail shot of core aerator

How Is Lawn Aeration Performed?

When you schedule lawn aeration with Weller Brothers, our team brings a core aerator to your property. This machine has hollow tines that puncture the soil about 2-3 inches deep, removing “plugs” from the lawn every 3 inches.

Then, your soil is left with holes that allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the turf root system more effectively. After the plugs are removed from the soil they can be broken up to decompose, adding nutrients back into your soil.  This process promotes healthy grass growth and prepares your lawn for the cold season ahead.

How Does Lawn Aeration Prevent Disease?

Midwest seasons can be unpredictable, meaning that record rainfalls in the spring are possible and will lead to lawn disease if air cannot circulate throughout your lawn. Aeration not only keeps your lawn looking healthy, but it also reduces the risk of disease outbreaks on your lawn.

Lawn disease is never anything that can be predicted, but it can be prevented! It can be caused by a variety of different factors including heavy rainfall, thatch build-up, and lack of nutrients. Red Thread and Blight disease can be easily prevented by several cultural practices. 

Promoting good cultural practices such as regular mowing, trimming edges, aeration, and dethatching will minimize the chances of your lawn catching a “summertime sickness”.

aeration plugs in someone's hand

When to Aerate Your Lawn

The recommended and best time to aerate your lawn is in the fall when the grass growth is starting to slow in preparation for the winter. Aeration in the fall will help give your lawn a head start on the growing season.

Fall lawn aeration allows for lawn care programs, including fertilizer and weed control, to be able to work more effectively and efficiently. Weller Brothers commonly utilizes a 5-step fertilizer and weed control program. The first step is key to a green and lush lawn, as it includes pre-emergent for crabgrass and granular fertilizer. 

Contact Us For Aeration in Sioux Falls or Rochester

As winter approaches, don’t miss out on the benefits of lawn aeration:

  • Improved drainage in areas prone to standing water
  • More efficient nutrient absorption by the root system
  • Reduced thatch later, which impedes water and nutrient absorption
  • Prevents fungal disease that thrives in moist, compacted conditions

The lawn care professionals at Weller Brothers in Sioux Falls, SD, Des Moines, IA, and Rochester, MN, have the experience and equipment to properly aerate your lawn this fall.

Five Things To Consider When Adding Seasonal Color To Your Home

Large, gray flower pots on front porch of home

Five Things To Consider When Adding Seasonal Color To Your Home

Let’s face it — changing out your planters to match each season is the last thing on your to-do list. 

At Weller Brothers Landscaping, our horticulture team creates elegant and upscale outdoor decor to ensure you enjoy year-round color at your front door. 

Below are five things to consider when working with your Weller Brothers account manager in Sioux Falls, SD, and Rochester, MN to create your custom-designed planters.

Five Things to Consider When Creating Seasonal Planters

Whether it’s the glimmer of Christmas lights, the eye-catching colors of fall mums, or the enjoyment of blossoming flowers in the spring and summer, we can create something for you!

1. What seasons would you like planters for?

The possibilities are endless; the best thing about planters is that they are low commitment. Whether you want planters on rotation for each holiday or each season, we will provide the highest quality. 

At Weller Brothers, we specialize in: 

  • Spring and summer annuals 
  • Fall mums, annuals, and ornamental grasses
  • Winter greens

2. Do you already have your own pots?

If you already have invested in pots that you love, there is no need to scrap them! During a consultation visit, our horticulture professionals will assess the size, color, and style of your pots to evaluate how we can best use them.

If you do not already have pots, we keep limited stock on hand or can source high-quality pots for you. It is as easy as sharing your likes and dislikes; your account manager will then find options for you to select your pots from.

3. Do you have a specific color palette and style in mind?

To create seasonal planters you love, we want to know everything (but nothing too personal) — just the basics such as color preference, style aesthetic, favorite flowers, and even least favorite flowers. 

If you haven’t already, check out our gallery of seasonal planters and lights for inspiration to share with your account manager.

4. Do you need to utilize our storage facilities?

Often there are non-plant materials that are included in our pots such as filler, silk flowers, lights, and accent items. If you do not wish to disassemble your planter or store these items, you can use Weller Brothers material storage for a small monthly fee at our Sioux Falls location only. 

This offers you the convenience of not having to lug items to the basement or worry about items being damaged in storage.

5. What is your budget?

We know that budget is always an important aspect. When considering your budget, several factors come into play. 

The main factor that you will need to consider is pot size. The larger the pot, the more materials and time that are needed to curate a planter. Secondly, do you want your pots changed out seasonally? We have options from one standard pot installation at the time of your choosing, or seasonal changes for spring, summer, fall, and winter.

Contact Us To Add Seasonal Color To Your Front Door Today

This holiday season, let us take the stress out of decorating your Midwest home.

Our experienced horticulture team will ensure your home stands out in your neighborhood. Contact us here to request seasonal decor services. This is the best part about changing seasons in the Midwest!

Landscape Lead Hand (Rochester)

Landscape Lead Hand (Rochester)

Details about this Career

The primary responsibility of the Landscape Lead Hand is to aid and assist a landscape foreman while on job sites. Coordinate and manage team members along with their schedules, in the absence of a landscape foreman. This position will perform a variety of outdoor landscape project installations that improve the functional and/or aesthetic value of the property.  Many of the projects include softscape and hardscape installation, including pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens.Installations require experience and knowledge of operating machinery efficiently and safely.  All Weller Brothers team members are expected to provide excellent client service by assisting clients promptly and courteously, answer questions and provide information as needed. A landscape lead hand will perform and assist in ensuring all team members are executing all job responsibilities in a safe, timely and efficient manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job.

  • In the absence of a landscape foreman, oversee a crew of 2-3 team members, making sure they are on track and being productive. 
  • Responsible for maintaining clean job sites.  Record End-of-Day Checklist each day.
  • Maintain a strong work ethic to complete a variety of physical job tasks.
  • Professionally communicate with clients to achieve strong client/company relationships.
  • Operate a variety of outdoor landscape and power equipment, as well as a variety of hand tools.
  • Have experience operating excavators, skid loaders, and other machinery
  • Experience installing retaining walls, patio pavers and softscapes
  • Commit the hours necessary to make sure the job is done to satisfaction; this may include weekends and/or holidays
  • Maintain a clean appearance and conform to the Weller Brothers dress code.
  • Willingness to learn new techniques and installation practices.
  • Assist in maintaining all company equipment.
  • Follow all policies as specified in the Team Member Handbook.
  • Make decisions that are in the best interest of the company.
  • Other duties needed to help drive and fulfill the Weller Brothers Mission.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Superior work ethic.
  • Timely input of hours on LMN software to ensure accurate payroll processing.
  • Detail oriented, with considerable attention to order and cleanliness.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Experience installing softscapes, such as edging, mulch, rock, plants, trees and sod.
  • Experience installing hardscapes, such as pavers, retaining walls, and outdoor kitchens.

Education and Experience

  • Minimum of two-years experience in industry or related field.
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • High school diploma/GED 
  • A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record is required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member  to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Team members  must be able to perform the following tasks during a typical 8+hour day.

  • HEAVY WORK: Lifting up to 100 pounds; frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 80 pounds.

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-exempt position.  Specific schedules will be determined based on weather and general needs of the business.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401K with Company Match Up to 4%
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Company Truck
  • Year Round Employment
  • Ample Overtime During the Summer Work Season

Disclaimer:  The specific statements shown in each section of this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.  The company recognized that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function.  Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Weller Brothers Way

Our Mission and Roots guide us in our decision and actions every day. They are not just written words; they are our culture.

Why Work Here?

You can work anywhere. So why work at Weller Brothers?

You can be somebody here, and we believe that we are the best employer in the Midwest.

Landscape Enhancement: From Dead Grass to Bright Corner Bed

a green lawn with a mulch landscape bed and plants

Landscape Enhancement: From Dead Grass to Bright Corner Bed

Dallas Moore, Weller Brothers Landscape Professionals

Enhancement by

Dallas Moore

After a large corner lot tree was taken out by the May 2022 derecho in South Dakota, the homeowners struggled to grow grass in the area. 

This was due to the accumulation of pine needles over the years. Pine needles create a challenging environment for grass growth due to a couple of key factors:

  • Soil acidity: When pine needles decompose, they create acidic soil conditions, but grass thrives in neutral or slightly alkaline soil.
  • Nutrient depletion: Pine needles deplete the soil of some nutrients as they decompose while releasing other nutrients. This creates an imbalance that hinders grass growth.

The homeowner missed his tree and was tired of the unsightly brown area on the corner of the property.

As an eye-catching solution, Dallas designed a simple mulch landscape bed that integrated pollinator plants the homeowner selected. These included hydrangeas, Pugster Amethyst butterfly bushes, powwow white coneflower, and lobelia.

We surrounded the bed with steel edging that will provide years of longevity over poly-edging.

Our client was thrilled to be part of the plant selection process and says many neighbors have commented on the new focal point of his yard.

Progression Photos

street view of a home with a large pine tree in winter
Street view of the tree prior to the May 2022 derecho
lawn with dead grass
After losing the tree, grass struggled to grow on this area of the property due to the accumulation of pine needles over the years.
street view of a home with a mulch bed
Google street view image after tearing out the area and installing a mulch bed
a green lawn with a mulch landscape bed and plants
New mulch, steel edging, plants, and boulders are in place. We can't wait to see how this looks once the plants grow in after a year!

How Can We Help Enhance Your Landscaping?

If you have a landscaping issue you’re not sure how to fix, trust the Weller Brothers team to find a solution. 

We approach these challenges every single day and we’d love to enhance your landscaping, too, in Sioux Falls, SD, Rochester, MN, and Des Moines, IA.