Employment Opportunities

Our People Make All the Difference

At J.W. Townsend Landscapes, our people make all the difference. We seek out the most qualified, passionate professionals in our field. Take a moment to meet our team and explore what literally defines “The Townsend Way”, our people.  Our staff has over 600 cumulative years of horticultural experience. We have 32 Virginia Certified Horticulturists, 37 Registered Pesticide Technicians, 32 College Graduates, 1 Advanced Certified Horticulturist, and 5 ISA Certified Arborists.


We Offer

  • Competitive wages
  • Company subsidized health insurance*
  • Dental insurance with affordable group rates*
  • Paid vacation*
  • Paid personal leave*
  • Life insurance*
  • Retirement benefits
  • Company subsidized certifications such as VNLA and pesticide certifications
  • Professional development / company subsidized continuing education
  • Opportunities to participate in company subsidized field trips, seminars and conferences
  • Opportunities to participated in company sponsored sports teams and team building events
  • Annual company sponsored events such as picnics and Christmas parties
  • A wonderful, trusting and open work environment with skilled and professional team members
  • Great opportunities for advancement
  • Opportunities to earn bonuses

*These benefits are available after completing 60 days of employment.

After 6 months of Employment,

Paid Holidays
New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
July 4th
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Veterans Day


Employment Application

To apply for an employment opportunity at J.W. Townsend Landscapes:

Click Here to open the employment application. Please type directly in the form, save it, and submit it by e-mail to jwt@townsendlandscape.com. 

 

South River Irrigation Employment Application 

To apply for employment at South River Irrigation, follow the link below. Please type directly in the form, save it, and submit it by e-mail to jwt@townsendlandscape.com. 

Click to access SRI-Employment-Application-2024-Fillable.pdf

Alternatively, you may print and submit your completed application by mail, FAX, or in person to:

 

Hiring Manager
J.W. Townsend Landscapes
3980 Seminole Trail
Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
FAX: (434) 973-1578

 

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