Explore our career opportunities working in the green industry
A positive attitude and the ability to work well with others are the most important qualities for success in the James Valley family.
Whether your background is in construction, plants, project management, or you simply have a passion for customer service and working outdoors, this could be the start of a rewarding new career.
Come work with us
Work Outdoors. Learn a Trade. Build a Career
Now Hiring in Mitchell, Pierre, and Huron
Positions open in Spring of 26
All of our positions do not require any previous experience. We do require a willingness to learn something new, be counted on, and always be looking for ways to better our customers properties and lives.
Irrigation Technician (Mitchell Location) $23+ Per Hr
Assist customers with troubleshooting lawn sprinklers and repair as needed.
100% on the job training with skilled leaders.
What is needed?
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Problem solving skills
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Customer service skills
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Drivers license
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Ability to work independently
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Heavy work load in Spring and Fall
Lawn and Weed Control Technician (Mitchell Location) $23+ per Hr
Use spray equipment and products to enhance the appearance of customer's lawns and trees.
Protective equipment is supplied.
100% on the job training with skilled leaders.
What is needed?
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Ability to work independently
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Customer service skills
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Drivers license
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Ability to acquire Commercial applicators license
Landscape Construction Team (Mitchell, Pierre, and Huron) $23+ per Hr
Assist in creating the customer's dream landscapes utilizing smaller equipment, physical labor, and supplied tools.
100% on the job training with skilled leaders.
What is needed?
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Take pride the projects you create
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Ability to work as a team
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Drivers license or ability to gain one within a year
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Have an interest or experience with small construction equipment(skid loaders)
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Support the team, by showing up on time, with a good attitude, and willing to lend a hand.
Seasonal Spring Greenhouse and Garden Center staff (Mitchell) $16+ Per HR
Assist customers in locating and selecting plant and garden materials. Assist in managing live plants and inventory.
100% on the job training with experienced staff.
What's needed
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This position is great for supplemental income in the spring and early summer plant lovers
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Flexible hrs., up to 40 per week April- Mid June
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Employee discounts in our store - even a few freebies here and there
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Team oriented, customer service attitude
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Reliably show up
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Be willing to learn on the fly as customer requests are fulfilled
Benefits
Depending on your position and length of employment most employees receive:
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Health insurance as low as $50 per pay-period during our in-season
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A unique winter savings program
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3% Match simple IRA plan
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Boots Stipend
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Paid travel to and from the jobsite (including out of town)
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Company gear including tee shirts, sweatshirts, and hats.
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PTO accrued for hours worked with some stipulations
Educational opportunities:
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Build Dakota sponsorships available in Horticulture
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SDNLA Convention and Trade show attendance
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Irrigation Contractors meetings
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Lawn and Tree care service meetings
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Crew leader training sessions
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Weekly Safety and training sessions
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Or bring us your ideas for furthering your knowledge in the green industry and we will help where we can.