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FRESH AIR GROWTH Careers in Luxury Landscaping
TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
A COMMUNITY OF OVER- ACHIEVERS
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Everyone has to start somewhere. Today is a perfect day to create something beautiful.
A CAREER IN THE FRESH AIR
Discover how a career in the landscape and outdoor living industry provides a way of living centered around health, wellness, and gratification.
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE Movement has been proven as one of the best ways to increase overall health, decrease stress, and improve mental resilience. The average crew member can burn 250-350 calories per hour while crafting and nourishing landscapes. It’s like getting paid to exercise! FRESH AIR + SUNSHINE Just 20-30 minutes a day of time outdoors can improve a person’s health and mental state. Getting paid to spend the day outdoors in beautiful environments provides a way to avoid the toxic sitting-all-day epidemic happening in our society. LITERAL GRATIFICATION Not every career allows you to bask in the excitement of a beautifully crafted and nourished space that YOU CREATED! We get to create beautiful things every day and that directly impacts the lives of everyone who gets to experience your work as that work motivates them to spend more time outdoors connecting wtih their loved ones.
ASCEND GROW BOLDLY. RISE TOGETHER
Ascend is High Prairie's signature empowerment system —a comprehensive, values- driven framework designed to grow professionals, elevate standards, and create meaningful opportunity for every HP Pro. Rooted in our mission to transform lives, Ascend is how we cultivate excellence from within. It’s more than a career path. It’s a culture of growth. A blueprint for mastery. A shared journey toward personal fulfillment, professional distinction, and team-wide legacy. Why Ascend? We believe every individual has the potential to rise. Whether you're just entering the industry or becoming a leader in luxury outdoor living, Ascend provides the structure, mentorship, and resources to help you grow boldly and lead with purpose. At High Prairie, you're not just building landscapes—you’re building a future. Ascend ensures that future is filled with possibility, progress, and pride. THE PILLARS OF ASCEND
HIGH PRAIRIE UNIVERSITY
Mentoring and Feedback are Primary Mechanisms for Growth and Opportunity. COACHING PROGRAM
Professional Development and Leadership Training in a Collaborative Course Accessible to EVERYONE at HP! Professional Development and Leadership Training in a Collaborative Course Accessible to EVERYONE at HP!
Your journey begins in “The Foundation” and Progresses Based On Your Goals and Actions!
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Your Career Pathway Within Ascend At High Prairie Outdoors, we believe in investing in people. That’s why we created High Prairie University — a structured growth and learning pathway built into our employee empowerment program, Ascend. High Prairie University offers team members a clear path to grow in skill, leadership, and income, whether you're just starting or ready to specialize or lead. Phase 1: The Front-Line Foundation (HPU High School Diploma) All team members begin with a 90-day onboarding experience called the Front-Line Foundation. This phase focuses on mastering daily procedures, safety, teamwork, and company culture to build confidence and set the tone for long-term success. Phase 2: Core Career Path (HPU Associate Degree) After onboarding, most team members follow the Core Career Path — a generalist track that develops broad technical and leadership skills. Career steps include: Apprentice Tech 1 Tech 2 Team Lead Crew Manager Each step includes defined skills, transparent pay bands, and growth benchmarks. Phase 3: Specialization Tracks (HPU Bachelor’s Degree) Team members can pursue a Specialization Track either after the Core Path or instead of it, depending on experience, goals, and interest. Specializations allow deeper focus in areas like: Install: Carpentry, Hardscaping, Pool Construction, Irrigation, Equipment Operation Maintenance: Irrigation Repair, Plant Healthcare, Arboriculture, Pool Maintenance Each specialization includes three earning levels: 1.Learning 2.Mastered 3.Coaching Others Phase 4: Leadership Roles (HPU Master’s Degree) Team members ready to lead can grow into management roles such as: Field Supervisor Project Manager Account Manager Division Trainer Operations Coordinator Leadership includes coaching, strategic training, and expanded income and influence.
COACHING PROGRAM
DISCOVERY SQUAD Discovery Squad is High Prairie Outdoors’ proprietary professional development and leadership course designed to cultivate purpose- driven leaders through intentional learning , self- awareness, and collaborative growth. Held bi- monthly, the three-hour sessions blend expert teachings—drawing from influential thinkers like John Maxwell and Simon Sinek—with actionable strategies . Each cohort dives into a rotating curriculum focused on core leadership skills, including 5S organization, mastery of daily SOPs, and communication frameworks. With interactive group breakouts, the course fosters peer learning, individual accountability, and the shared pursuit of excellence across all levels of the organization. Discovery Squad is more than a training—it’s a mindset shift. It empowers team members , equipped with the tools to lead with clarity, empathy, and strategic discipline. Whether participants are seasoned managers or emerging team members, each session is designed to elevate their ability to lead themselves and others with integrity and impact, creating ripple effects that elevate the company’s culture, client experience, and long-term success. COACHING PROGRAM High Prairie’s Coaching Program fosters continuous growth through honest feedback, intentional learning, and aligned development goals . These one-on-one sessions create space for reflection, progress tracking, and personal accountability. Built on trust and clarity, our coaching turns feedback into momentum— helping every team member grow in their role, strengthen their skills, and contribute meaningfully to our shared success.
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PRO-PERKS + BENEFITS
WHEN OUR COMPANY WINS, YOU WIN TOO At High Prairie Outdoors, we believe people are our greatest investment —and we back that up with a benefits and perks package that leads the industry . Comprehensive Health Coverage We offer generous company contributions that can cover up to 100% of an individual’s health insurance or a significant portion of a family plan. You’ll also have access to top-tier dental, vision, disability, and life insurance options, with plans that rival the best corporate offerings. Unlike many seasonal companies that reduce benefits or cut staff in winter, we provide consistent, year-round pay and insurance coverage for all team members who remain employed with HPO. Retirement & Profit Sharing Protect your future with a 401(k) retirement plan and up to a 4% company match . On top of that, our Super-Profit Bonus Program ensures that when the company succeeds, you share in the rewards—because team wins should be celebrated by everyone. Time Off That Respects Your Life Paid Holidays: 8 company-paid holidays for full-time employees after their introductory period—rare in seasonal work, but essential to us. PTO for Crews: Unlike most landscape companies, we offer paid time off that grows over time, even for our field teams, because your rest matters. Tools That Empower You We invest in the best tools and technology to support safety, efficiency, and job satisfaction — from robotic mowers to articulating paver placement machines. These innovations help protect your body, reduce wear and tear, and enhance your day-to-day experience. REDEFINING RETENTION: 96% AND RISING With a 96% year-over-year team retention rate, High Prairie Outdoors far surpasses the landscape industry average of just 60% . This isn’t a coincidence—it’s a reflection of a culture built on respect, opportunity, and purpose . While high turnover plagues much of the industry, our team members choose to stay and grow with us because they feel valued, supported, and part of something bigger. From unmatched benefits to transparent coaching and leadership development, we’ve built a company where people can thrive. This extraordinary retention rate proves that we’re not only elevating our team—we’re raising the standard for what’s possible in our industry.
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HIGH PRAIRIE’S HISTORY Our story is a classic ‘ David versus Goliath ’ tale steeped in the passion of our exceptional team members who deserve all the credit for the reputation we’ve garnered today. We started with nothing, no referral partners, and builders laughing our founder out of their office because we weren’t part of the ‘ good old boys club ’. Today, we’re pursued as the preferred choice for finely designed, crafted, and nourished outdoor spaces for discerning homeowners.
Robyn Schmitz Founded the Company after witnessing corner-cutting contractors and poor treatment of landscape employees. The organization was founded to do better. With no money, she began designing and installing landscapes.
2010
2013 2019
The First Team Members Joined
Our first three team members were hired as the foundation to our hardscape and landscape maintenance divisions. They’re still with us today! High Prairie Becomes KC’s First National Award Winner for Luxury Residential Design/Build We won two national awards for our work chosen by an independent panel as the best work in US and Canada. (We’ve since won more!) An Alfresco Lifestyle Brand Emerges
A comprehensive organization for all things fine gardening, swimming pools, and outdoor living, We lead the way with our proprietary Legacy Program. How are we different? We don’t rely on subcontractors. We self perform everything from design, to pool building, to hardscapes. Less than 5% of our scope requires other businesses.
HP Pros: Year-Round, Local Professionals, Elite Teams Higher Standards and Exclusive Products for Clients A Proven Process: The Legacy Program
Nurturing Professional Team Members We’re dedicated to helping our team members grow as professionals where they feel empowered, educated, and like their career has meaning. Elevating Standards Bolster design and quality standards to raise the bar for the entire industry while offering clients a space engineered to last beautifully. Protecting Consumers We challenge the common corner-cutting practices happening within our industry by raising our standards and educating others. While others may be cheap, their quality doesn’t endure. WE RESOLVE THOSE ISSUES BY: Our organization was founded after witnessing three key issues in our market: corner-cutting contractors (even at the big places), mediocre outdoor design, and companies treating employees poorly.
By Solving These Problems, We Aim to be the Best Outdoor Living Company in Our Region. What’s the Best? Growing. Profitable. Unmatched Quality. Expert Team Members. Healthy Culture.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This guide was created to help others understand the comprehensive benefits of their position and understand how their pay and benefits compare to industry averages. Industry averages are provided by the National Association of Landscape Professionals in their Compensation and Benefits Report.
Industry Averages- Production Crews
Avg. Yearly Income
Insurance
PTO + Holidays
Uniforms
Retirement Match
$48,170
Crew Lead 2
Crew Lead 1
$43,580
$41,023
Lead Hand
$37,900
Tech 2
$34,502
Tech 1
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Industry Details
Hours per week (busy season): 50-73 Days per week (busy season): 5-7 Coaching programs: Varies
Off-Season: Lay-offs or large snow commitments Year-Over-Year Retention Average: 59%-88% Career Progression: Varies. Unclear.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This guide was created to help others understand the comprehensive benefits of their position and understand how their pay and benefits compare to industry averages. Industry averages are provided by the National Association of Landscape Professionals in their Compensation and Benefits Report.
High Prairie- Install Production Crews
Avg. Yearly Income
Insurance
PTO + Holidays
Uniforms
Retirement Match
$68,893
Crew Lead 2
$62,744
Crew Lead 1
$54,475
Lead Hand
$48,525
Tech 2
$42,645
Tech 1
Organization Details
Hours per week (busy season):40-55 Days per week (busy season): 4-5
Coaching programs: Discovery Squad, One-on-Ones, Power Lunches Off-Season: No lay-offs, hours dependent on weather, team keeps benefits Year-Over-Year Retention Average: 94% Career Progression: Transparent Skills Matrix
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This guide was created to help others understand the comprehensive benefits of their position and understand how their pay and benefits compare to industry averages. Industry averages are provided by the National Association of Landscape Professionals in their Compensation and Benefits Report.
High Prairie- Maintenance Production Crews
Avg. Yearly Income
Insurance
PTO + Holidays
Uniforms
Retirement Match
$58,475
Crew Lead 2
$51,743
Crew Lead 1
$46,345
Lead Hand
$44,910
Tech 2
$42,645
Tech 1
Organization Details
Hours per week (busy season):40-55 Days per week (busy season): 4-5
Coaching programs: Discovery Squad, One-on-Ones, Power Lunches Off-Season: No lay-offs, hours dependent on weather, team keeps benefits Year-Over-Year Retention Average: 94% Career Progression: Transparent Skills Matrix
INCREASE YOUR INCOME We want you to succeed and we’re passionate about finding ways to create win/win scenarios for our team. YOU are in charge of your career and we provide ample opportunity for growth. It’s up to you to determine what you do with those opportunities!
Skills
Our positions and pay scale are based on a skill-based matrix where raises and bonuses are determined by learning new skills associated with the next level of career progression. If you’d like to keep learning and growing simply study the matrix and identify which skills you need in order to get that next bump up! Once you identify your next steps, be sure to remind your leaders of what you need to learn. The more responsibility you take for your career path, the more quickly you go!
Certifications
We value learning and education. Anyone at High Prairie can engage in additional training and learning programs at any time. We have several pre-determined courses and certifications with the associated value of those certifications if you pass. In addition, you are encouraged to find courses related to your role that would help grow you. If you find something that would benefit both you and the company, share it with the HR team and we’ll determine how we can reward you for your efforts. High Prairie both offers incentives for getting certifications and pays for several types of courses/trainings for those who are driven enough to request those opportunities. It is up to you to choose if you’d like to take further courses or certifications. Bring your ideas to your manager! If it’s related, we’ll pay you for it! The quickest way to increase your income is to capitalize on the opportunity of more hours during the busy part of the year. We’ve learning that the most common issue for people struggling with their income is their attendance. The average install team members work 1900 to 2000 regular hours a year and 200 to 300 overtime hours. The average maintenance team members work 1800 regular hours a year and 160 overtime hours. (There is more opportunity here!)
Time
Organization Details
Hours per week (busy season):40-55 Days per week (busy season): 4-5
Coaching programs: Discovery Squad, One-on-Ones, Power Lunches Off-Season: No lay-offs, hours dependent on weather, team keeps benefits Year-Over-Year Retention Average: 94% Career Progression: Transparent Skills Matrix
Internship Program OPPORTUNITIES College students benefit from an in-depth internship program where they are exposed to a wide variety of divisions and experiences to help them grow in their future career. The purpose of our internship program at High Prairie is to help young professionals better understand our industry, the skills needed to perform many of the jobs, and better understand their own strengths and opportunities.
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We offer eight month and three month programs with a rotating schedule. Each intern is matched with a mentor for the season and gets to learn about all aspects of running a large operation. Fine Gardening Team Lead
Love working outdoors, leading a team, and using your horticultural knowledge to create spectacular gardens and lawns? This full-time, year-round position includes comprehensive benefits, retirement programs, and professional development programs while being part of our exceptional community. The Fine Gardening Team Lead acts as a coach and leader to their crew while caring for and nourishing high-style landscapes and lawns. They have the ability to impact their teams while taking ownership of some of the finest properties in the mid-west.
Open positions for fine gardening apprentices and technicians too!
“The Mightiest of Oaks Started from One Small Acorn”
Why an acorn? Acorns are a symbol of longevity and a symbol that mighty things come from humble beginnings.
Each Acorn and the Center Symbolizes an Aspect our Our Values. Our ETHOS .
Acorn 1: Ethics : Do the right thing, even when nobody is looking
Acorn 2: Teamwork : We succeed together.
Acorn 3: Higher-Standards : We execute all tasks as a group of over-achievers who don’t settle for mediocracy.
Acorn 4: Over-Achieving : We believe that innovation and ongoing education are key to our pursuit of mastery.
Center: Service : We’re servants at heart. Serving each other, our family, and our community.
Openings don’t happen often at High Prairie and our teams perform at elite levels. Here are some things to consider.
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