Careers at Local Roots Landscaping, LLC

Local Roots is dedicated to making Pittsburgh more beautiful from the outside in. We pride ourselves in providing only the best quality work and expect the Landscape Maintenance Technician to take the same pride and ownership in the jobs they oversee. This position requires interaction with others from different backgrounds, experience levels, and work ethics. It is expected that the Landscape Maintenance Technician joins their team in demonstrating kindness, respect, and professionalism, especially with those who do not reciprocate. This position will be able to create and maintain things they never thought possible while using state of the art equipment and technology. If you have never been able to take pride in your work, that is about to change! As a professional at Local Roots, responsibility and trustworthiness are central to maintain a healthy working climate. The Technician should maintain a positive and respectful relationship with the customer, with their crew, and with the management team. Daily Tasks: The Landscape Maintenance Technician will be responsible for working with 1-2 crew members, and equipment operation as well as ensuring that all assigned projects are well-maintained and well execute. Typical assigned jobs include but are not limited to: commercial and residential mowing, trimming, spraying/spreading of pesticides, fertilization of lawns, shrub pruning, mulching, leaf removals, plant installations, installation of river rock. It’s important that jobs be carried out with attention to detail. Benefits: • $17-25/hr starting pay. • Full Employee Benefits (Healthcare, Dental/Vision, ST & LT Disability, Life Insurance, Accident. etc.) • 401K retirement plan with a company match • 6 paid holidays • Bonus pay Requirements Job Requirements & Expectations • Demonstrate good character and have a longing to succeed in life • Being open to growth and challenging yourself • Wanting to see others succeed in life • Respectful to yourself and to others • Good Family Values and Respect • Able to work approximately 40-50 hours per week • Time management and problem solving skills • Reliability and timeliness • Working as a part of a team/Good team player • Problem Solving and Teamwork • Current and valid PA Driver’s license • Competence in driving a commercial truck • Duties would include installing Landscaping, commercial and residential mowing, trimming, spraying/spreading of pesticides, fertilization of lawns, shrub pruning, mulching, leaf removals, and plant installations. • Ability to lift 50lbs or more Salary Description $17-$25/hour

Local Roots Landscaping is hiring a Lawn Fertilization Technician in the Pittsburgh, PA area at $20 to $25 per hour based on experience. You will spend your days outdoors applying fertilizer, weed control, and soil treatments to residential and commercial lawns, and seeing the results of your work the same day you do it. Who You Are: • You love working outdoors and would rather be on a property than behind a desk • You take pride in equipment run clean, logs kept accurate, and a lawn left better than you found it • You are the kind of teammate people count on to show up and do the job right • You enjoy reading a lawn, spotting the weeds, pests, or stress others miss, and solving the problem • You treat every client interaction as a chance to represent the company well • You bring a valid driver's license and a clean driving record to the role Who We Are: • We are a growing landscape maintenance company serving residential and commercial properties across the Pittsburgh area • We build long term relationships with our clients and stake our reputation on quality and reliability • We run organized operations with clear expectations, so you know what good work looks like every day What You Will Do Each Day: • Apply lawn fertilizer, weed control, and soil treatments to company standards • Operate spray equipment safely and efficiently in the field • Diagnose lawn conditions including weeds, pests, and disease • Maintain accurate service records and application logs • Communicate professionally with clients on site when needed • Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning Why You'll Love Working Here: • Pay of $20 to $25 per hour based on experience • Full-time role (seasonal, with opportunity for year-round employment) working onsite at client properties • Overtime opportunities during peak season • Paid training and licensing assistance, including PA pesticide applicator license if you need it • Company-provided equipment and uniforms • Advancement opportunities as the company grows

Local Roots Landscaping is hiring Snow Laborers in Pittsburgh, PA for the December through February snow season. Pay is $25 to $30 per hour depending on experience, plus a $5 per hour bonus during snow events. You need a valid driver's license and the ability to reach our North Versailles shop within 30 minutes of a call-in, because you will be out clearing lots and walkways while the storm is still coming down. Who You Are: • You take pride and ownership in every site you touch, and you treat people with respect no matter their background or experience level. • You love physical work outdoors and can handle snow, ice, wind, and cold for a full shift. • You are the person who answers the call at 4 in the morning and shows up on time, ready to work. • You are the kind of teammate others want next to them in a storm. • You bring reliable transportation, strong time management, and clear problem solving when a route goes sideways. • You bring the strength to lift 50 pounds or more. Commercial truck experience is a plus, not a requirement. Who We Are: • We are a Pittsburgh landscaping company doing turn-key design, installation, and maintenance. • We hold industry certifications and training, and we put both to work on commercial and residential properties. • Our snow crews keep those same properties safe all winter. What You Will Do Each Day: • Plow and shovel parking lots. • Clear sidewalks, walkways, steps, and pedestrian areas. • Apply salt, ice melt, and deicing material. • Run snow blowers and other small equipment. • Back up the plow and salt truck crews on assigned routes. • Work with 1 or 2 teammates to keep sites safe during storms. Why You'll Love Working Here: • Pay is $25 to $30 per hour, plus $5 per hour during snow events. • Seasonal onsite work as a Snow Laborer, December through February, on an as-needed and weather-dependent basis. • Hours follow the weather, which can mean early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. • You can move into full-time landscaping maintenance or install work in the spring. Next Steps: If you want paid winter work as a Snow Laborer with a path to spring, send us your application and we will reach out.

Local Roots Landscaping is hiring a Landscape Maintenance Foreman in North Versailles, PA, earning $17 to $25 per hour based on experience. You will lead a small crew delivering top-tier grounds maintenance to high-end residential and commercial properties across the Pittsburgh area. Who You Are: • You are a craftsman who takes pride in transforming a property into something beautiful. • You are a natural leader who brings out the best in the teammates working next to you. • You love working outdoors and feel at home with professional equipment in your hands. • You take pride in finishing a job so well that clients notice details no one asked you to handle. • You believe in personal growth and showing up as someone your crew can count on. • You bring a valid PA driver's license and the ability to lift 50 pounds throughout the day. Who We Are: • We are dedicated to making Pittsburgh more beautiful, one property at a time. • We serve high-end residential and commercial clients who expect excellence. • We invest in state-of-the-art equipment so our crews can do their best work. • We build a respectful, family-oriented culture where leadership is developed, not just assigned. What You Will Do Each Day: • Lead a crew of one to two team members on daily maintenance projects. • Operate professional landscaping equipment safely and efficiently. • Perform mowing, pruning, planting, mulching, fertilizing, and weed control. • Drive company trucks to client sites across the service area. • Communicate respectfully with clients, teammates, and management. • Uphold quality standards on every job site. Why You'll Love Working Here: • Pay of $17 to $25 per hour, based on experience and skills. • Full-time, onsite role with reliable year-round hours (40 to 50 per week). • Full healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and accident. • 401(k) with company match. • 6 paid holidays. • State-of-the-art equipment and a clear path for career growth as a Landscape Maintenance Foreman.

Landscape Construction Foreman — High-End Outdoor Living Local Roots Landscaping | Pittsburgh (report to North Versailles shop) | Full-Time $25–$40/hr + bonus opportunities (DOE) | 40–55 hrs/week You’re a foreman who cares about doing it right — clean layout, tight lines, solid base, walls that last, and a crew that gets better because you’re leading it. At Local Roots, foremen are not micromanaged — they get trusted, supported, and held accountable. We build high-end outdoor living spaces and we take pride in craftsmanship and professionalism on every site. What you’ll run (real work, not busywork) • Paver patios + walkways • Segmental retaining walls • Outdoor kitchens, fire features, stone + concrete work • Grading/excavation/drainage tied into hardscape installs • Occasional carpentry tie-ins (as needed) What your week looks like • Lead a crew (typically 2–5 people depending on job size) • Hands-on building + directing production • Morning plan, material checks, and keeping the site moving • Equipment operation (skid, mini, excavator as needed) • Communicate with the PM/leadership on progress, needs, and issues • Maintain a clean, safe site and a professional client experience You’ll be successful here if you: • Build to a high standard without cutting corners • Can teach and correct without being a jerk • Keep a crew productive and organized • Can solve problems on-site and communicate early Requirements • 3–4+ years hardscape install experience • 1–2+ years leading a crew (or clearly ready for the step up) • Valid PA driver’s license • Comfortable driving truck/trailer setups (we’ll be clear what’s required) • Lift 50+ lbs, work outdoors, show up on time Nice to have (not required): ICPI/NCMA, masonry strength, Class A CDL Benefits • Health / dental / vision • Company-paid short & long-term disability • Retirement plan with match • 5–10 days PTO to start • 6 paid holidays • Modern equipment + a team that cares about quality