Landscape, Fine Gardening, & Outdoor Living Careers

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Are you tired of working for a company that doesn’t appreciate your talents?

Join Our Team: Grow with High Prairie Outdoors

At High Prairie Outdoors, we’re more than just a company—we’re a family with a shared passion for transforming outdoor spaces and changing lives. We’re committed to fostering a growth-oriented environment that empowers our team members to reach their full potential, all while delivering exceptional, luxury outdoor spaces. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of something truly special, we’d love to have you join our team.

Our Vision

Our vision is clear: to redefine luxury outdoor living and become Kansas City's premier choice for exceptional outdoor spaces. We strive to create environments that are cherished for connection, relaxation, and play. As we continue to grow, we’re dedicated to setting new benchmarks in the industry—both in terms of craftsmanship and operational excellence—while delivering the best customer experience.

At the heart of our vision is a commitment to continuous growth: growing our revenue, growing our people, and becoming the most efficient company in the green industry. We aim to empower our team to innovate, excel, and help us achieve higher standards as we elevate the green industry.

Our Mission

We’re on a mission to transform lives by creating meaningful experiences rooted in connection. The spaces we craft inspire relaxation, play, and togetherness—encouraging people to embrace the al fresco lifestyle. Our work is about more than just beautiful outdoor spaces; it’s about enriching lives through our dedication to excellence and innovation.

We believe that by cultivating a growth-oriented environment, we can help our people reach their full potential. We’re passionate about making an impact not just through our work but also by helping our team members grow, innovate, and pursue mastery. Through ongoing education, professional development, and a commitment to exceptional service, we elevate every experience we touch.

Our Core Values: The Story of the Acorn

Our values are the foundation of everything we do. Symbolized by the acorn, our values reflect our commitment to longevity, growth, and doing the right thing, no matter how small the task.

Ethics – We do the right thing, even when nobody is looking.
Teamwork – We succeed together. Collaboration is key to everything we accomplish.
Higher Standards – We’re a group of over-achievers who don’t settle for mediocrity.
Over-Achieving – We believe in continuous innovation and ongoing education to stay at the top of our craft.
Service – We’re servants at heart. We serve each other, our families, and our community.

These values guide us as we create exceptional spaces and build a company culture that nurtures and supports every team member.

Why Work with Us?

When you join High Prairie Outdoors, you’re joining a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence. We believe in:

Personal & Professional Growth: We provide the tools and opportunities to help you develop your skills and advance your career.
A Culture of Respect & Collaboration: We foster an environment where your voice matters and collaboration drives success.
Meaningful Work: You’ll be part of a team creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces that make a lasting impact on our clients' lives.
Commitment to Excellence: Just as we strive for excellence in our work, we strive to provide a fulfilling experience for our employees, ensuring every day brings opportunities to learn and grow.

Ready to Join Us?

Explore our current job openings and apply today to be part of High Prairie Outdoors. Help us grow, innovate, and change lives—one outdoor space at a time.

We Succeed Together

When you work outside and see a landscape project go from concept to design to completion, the pride resonates through every person who had a hand in making that space come to life.

Each job and each project is a team win. We push each other to greatness and celebrate success together.

We offer amazing benefits to our hard-working team members:

Full employee benefits for all employees (health, dental, vision)
Year-round employment
401k match up to 4%
Paid time off
Leadership programs
Bonus programs/profit-sharing assessed quarterly
Overtime
Work/life balance with a reasonable 40- to 50-hour workweek vs. 70 to 80 hours like other landscape companies. We believe in ensuring our team members have most of their weekends and evenings free.

We Don’t Believe in Being Average or Ordinary

If you want to overachieve with other perpetual overachievers, we are your tribe. We treat our team members like family.

And we appreciate every minute you spend embracing our service culture. We encourage and reward our hard-working team members who help us strive to be better each and every day. We believe in thanking our team members for their important and productive roles in our company.

We live to succeed. We don’t believe in second place.

Current Opportunities

Fine Gardening Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader

FINE GARDENING CREW LEADER

The Fine Gardening Crew Leader is a leadership position within the landscape maintenance division, where you'll be responsible for leading a team while maintaining and nourishing luxury residential landscapes. As a Fine Gardening Crew Leader, you'll grow and train assistant Fine Gardeners to perform all tasks associated with maintaining landscapes, gardens, turf, and seasonal color displays. This position allows for future growth while providing a foundation of professional development and managerial experience. You'll work in the fresh air, surrounded by exceptional gardens, while growing yourself and others.

Reports to: The Fine Gardening Crew Leader reports directly to their Landscape Maintenance Field Supervisor or Production Manager

Benefits: You'll have the ability to build a career among an elite team of the highest caliber of specialists in the landscape industry. This career path offers potential for growth with access to exclusive leadership and professional development training.

Eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance after initial period of employment.
Eligible for a retirement account with up to a 4% company match after initial period of employment.
A profit-sharing bonus system to reward the people who make the magic happen.
Holiday pay for all employees after 60 days of employment.
5 day work week with occasional Saturdays during peak season. We pay overtime for anything over 40 hours.
Vacation pay eligible after initial period.
Access to our leadership and professional development course: Discovery Squad by Potential Mine. A twelve month course valued at over $2300 provided for free exclusively to High Prairie team members.

Skill set and Educational Requirements: The Fine Gardening Crew Leader must possess the following skill set and educational background:

A. Minimum of two years of experience in landscape maintenance or fine gardening.

B. Have an associate’s degree (preferably in the Green Industry) or five+ years of professional experience.

C. Able to supervise and train a team of gardening assistants.

F. Possess a valid driver’s license and must be insurable on company’s insurance policy.

G. Have a clean criminal record.

H. Legal documentation to verify employment eligibility.

I. Physically able to handle the work load of a Fine Gardening Crew Leader or Assistant.

K. Able to lift 50 pounds without assistance with full range of mobility in upper and lower body.

L. Proficient in both oral and written communication.

M. Able to learn and use company software and new technology.

P. Able to represent the company in a courteous and professional manner.

Responsibilities:

A. Continually informs and updates immediate supervisor as to progress on accounts (or lack thereof).

B. Continually coordinates with company Fine Gardening Assistant(s) to perform the fine gardening tasks for each account with the goal of meeting or exceeding quality standards, safety standards, and bugeted hours/materials.

D. Ensures that all safety procedures are followed and reports any unsafe conditions to supervisors.

E. Ensures all workers’ compensation insurance claims or injury accidents are properly documented and reported immediately.

K. Interfaces with Fine Gardening Account Manager to ensure timely and accurate delivery of job scope and materials.

M. Ensures that all equipment is operated in a safe and proper manner.

N. Ensures that all equipment is maintained properly and preventatively maintained (PMd) daily.

O. Evaluates equipment utilization and recommends future purchases to Supervisor.

Q. Thoroughly understands and complies with company policies, procedures, and SOPs.

S. Assists in the development and implementation of the production part of company’s training goals.

T. Evaluates performance of Fine Gardening Assistants.

U. Submits all job field daily reports and provides all receipts, expense reports, and delivery tickets daily,

Success factors:

A. Is a high-energy individual capable of supervising one to four Fine Gardening Assistants.

B. Is organized in all areas (personal office space, field operations, company yard space, job sites, etc.).

C. Leads by example.

D. Presents himself or herself in a professional manner.

E. Initiates action when needed.

G. Requires minimal supervision.

Potential career path for next five positions:

A. Fine Gardening Garden Manager

B. Fine Gardening Field Supervisor

C. Landscape Maintenance Account Manager.

D. Landscape Maintenance Production Manager.

E. General Manager.

Landscape & Hardscape Crew Superstar

Landscape and Hardscape Crew Superstar

Are you searching for ways to provide for yourself or your family with a stable, year-round job

where you’re appreciated? How about career advancement opportunities and being provided

with the tools and training necessary to succeed alongside a team of talented over-achievers

focused on leaving a meaningful impact on the world through building incredible spaces?

That’s what we’re about at High Prairie Landscape Group. We understand what it’s like to be

frustrated with your job because we’ve had past bad experiences too. That’s why we aim to be

different. No organization is perfect, but we work hard to get better and better every day.

As a Landscape & Hardscape Crew Member, you would join an elite team who installs and

creates luxury landscapes and outdoor living spaces that you’ll be proud to show friends and

family.

Your starting position will be based upon your current skills and will be re-assessed as your skills

grow to reward you for gaining new talents. Possible positions and a career path within the

Landscape and Hardscape Crew Member team:

1.Beginner- Landscape Tech. 1 (Come with work ethic and good attitude and we’ll train!)

2.Construction/Hardscape Tech 2

3.Landscape Lead Hand (Assistant to the Lead)

4.Construction Lead Hand (Assistant to the Lead)

5.Landscape Crew Leader 1

6.Construction Crew Leader 1

7.Landscape Crew Leader 2

8.Construction Crew Leader 2

9.Future growth opportunities into potential Field Supervisors, Project Managers, etc. (As

skills/needs align).

∙Your starting position on this career path will be based on your skills at the time you

start.

Job Description

∙Work with team-members building and installing construction projects such as plant

installation, patio construction, retaining wall construction, mulching, drainage work,

grading and other tasks related to landscaping or hardscaping.

∙Operate and maintain various tools and equipment as needed. Including: heavy

equipment, chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels,

hammers, drills, etc.

∙Help keep your team truck, equipment, and clubhouse safe and clean.

∙Assist other crews/divisions as needed dependent on schedule and season.

∙Additional leadership and skills congruent with the Career Path table as your position

progresses. (Refer to Career Path table at interview.)

Benefits

∙Eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance after initial period of employment.

∙Eligible for retirement account with up to a 4% company match after initial period of

employment.

∙A profit-sharing bonus system to reward the people who make the magic happen.

∙Holiday pay for all employees after 60 days of employment.

∙5 day work week with occasional Saturdays during peak season. We pay overtime for

anything over 40 hours.

∙Vacation pay eligible after initial period.

Requirements

∙Consistent attendance and capability to get to work. A valid driver’s license

preferred.

∙Ability to physically perform the required tasks to complete the job. This includes

lifting up to 80 lbs

∙Working in varying weather conditions.

∙Ability to keep a good attitude and re-direct negative crew members.

∙Speak, read, and write English for effective communication.

∙Ability to learn company programs/apps on company provided smart devices.

∙A good culture fit: Ethics, Teamwork, High Standards, Over-Achieving, and

Serving Others

Landscape, Fine Gardening, & Outdoor Living Careers

Discover a career centered on serving, Growing, & Excelling

We Succeed Together

We offer amazing benefits to our hard-working team members:

We Don’t Believe in Being Average or Ordinary

Current Opportunities

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