LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN – FOREMAN TRAINEE
Location: Whitefish, MT
Pay: $29–$34/hour DOE
Season: April–October (with winter break)
About This Role
This position is designed for someone who wants to build a leadership career in landscaping while living in one of the most incredible outdoor communities in the country.
You’ll work hands-on installing high-end landscapes while learning how to lead crews, plan work, and step confidently into a future Foreman role.
Why Whitefish, Montana?
Whitefish is a true mountain town with year-round adventure:
- Minutes from Glacier National Park
- World-class skiing at Whitefish Mountain Resort
- Trail systems for hiking, biking, and running
- Fly fishing, rafting, and lake life all summer
- A close-knit community with a strong outdoor culture
Many of our team members come for the season—and choose to stay.
What You’ll Learn & Do
- Execute advanced landscape installations
- Learn how jobs are planned and run
- Support the foreman with crew leadership
- Lead portions of installs under supervision
- Track time and materials accurately in LMN
- Mentor and support other technicians
Growth Path at Scapes
- Landscape Technician → Foreman Trainee → Foreman
- Ongoing coaching and feedback
- Exposure to leadership, planning, and decision-making
- Real responsibility—not just a title
Who This Role Is Perfect For
- Recent or upcoming graduates in landscape-related fields
- Individuals excited about leadership and accountability
- People who enjoy learning, problem-solving, and teamwork
- Those who want a seasonal rhythm with long-term opportunity
Why Join Scapes
- Paid leadership development
- High-end projects that build real skills
- Clear advancement path
- Seasonal work with winter flexibility
- A team that wants you to come back year after year
