employee RECOGNITION

Congratulation to earth Works Employee of the month

Living our culture: Excellence, Teamwork, Integrity, and Fun!

At Earth Works of Jacksonville, we appreciate outstanding achievement. We are acknowledging those setting the bar by exceeding customer expectations, completing our designs with excellence, or taking the initiative to help coworkers even when it isn’t in their job description. Each month we recognize one such staff member as Employee of the Month.

Keep up the great work!

Sandy

SANDY REA

EOM September 2025

 

For more than three decades, Sandy has been the heartbeat of Earth Works. She joined us when the company was just 2 years old, back when we were a 10-person lawn maintenance crew working out of a tiny warehouse. Since then, she’s done it all—answering phones, paying bills, typing estimates, hiring, payroll, and even helping us transition from paper to computers.
She’s witnessed every milestone: the purchase of the Garden Center, the start of landscape design & installation, the move to the warehouse, and even the struggles of staying open during the 2008 recession. Through it all, Sandy stood as a steady pillar of support, raising her kids while watching our Earth Works family grow theirs.
Sandy, thank you for being more than an employee. You’ve been a friend, a mentor, and the work wife to Mark and Doug for 34 amazing years. We are endlessly grateful for your loyalty, dedication, and heart. We’ll miss you!
Charles Gibson

Charles Gibson

EOM August 2025

 
Charles joined Earth Works in Spring of 2023. Since then, a spark of FETI fire has ignited and he has become a prime team player and leader for the Maintenance Department. Bringing a positive attitude that lifts the entire team, Charles can be counted on to help others and step in where needed. He is a positive voice in team huddles, setting a tone for a great day. He consistently receives customer praise for his professionalism and friendliness and sets an example of reliability, kindness, and hustle daily. Charles is a large part of why the team culture continues to thrive and we are better because of him!



Charles, we appreciate everything you do!

 

Josh Plesh

Josh Plesh

EOM July 2025

Say congrats to Josh “Turbo” Pless — July’s standout team member! 👏
Turbo joined Earth Works in February and has been making big waves ever since. As our in-house mechanic, he keeps every department running smoothly. In just 5 months, he transformed our garage bay into a fully functional shop, started detailed maintenance logs, and saved us nearly $10,000 in repairs with his sharp diagnostic skills and creative thinking! 🛠️💡
A true team player, Turbo once shared his location with his manager when running late — just to show he was on the way. 😄
One warning: keep an eye on him when the Mac and Snap-On reps show up… Turbo loves tools



We appreciate everything you do, Turbo!

 

Dylan Konrath

Dylan Konrath

EOM June 2025

Dylan joined the Earth Works team in December of 2022. He has come a long way since his early days and is an excellent example of the company’s Points of Culture. Dylan is cross-trained in all aspects of the landscape department and is an asset to any crew. But today, he is part of a solid super team, making some of our most stunning designs come to life and keeping his foreman’s sassy self in line. He is one of the first to arrive each day and is willing to step in and do what is needed, for as long as it takes, to get a job done. Although he may be confused for a pirate, he is a shark tooth hunter and proud father to his children, especially his new baby boy.



Thank you, Dylan, for all that you do! 

 

Emily King

Emily King

EOM May 2025

Emily celebrated 3 years with Earth Works in January. Emily shows Excellence in her FETI with her attention to detail, which has helped keep the Garden Center’s delivery engine running, especially during the busy Spring months. Emily’s superpower lies in structure, systems, and data. With Integrity, she organizes the purchasing orders, finds trends in sales as she is number crunching, and keeps the online shop up to date. All while managing the many purchasing needs of the office and Garden Center FUNctions, so her Teammates can geek out on new plant arrivals. All of this reliability, methodical mindedness, and conciseness, but order in our artsy-fartsy nursery sales!



Thank you, Emily, for all that you do! 

 

Andres Ortiz

Andres Ortiz

EOM April 2025

When we first met Andres, we were impressed with his skill set but weren’t sure how well he would fit in. Now we know that he is so humble that he does not need to brag or overshare. Andres embodies FETI with his dependability and flexibility as he helps out wherever needed. He was recently promoted to not only a Spray Technician, but also as the Maintenance Department’s first Flex Foreman. His customers love his demeanor as much as his team loves working with him. He also happens to be a great volleyball player.



Thank you, Tim, for all that you do! 

 

Justin Pitts (JP)

Justin Pitts (JP)

EOM March 2025

Since joining Earth Works in March 2022, JP has brought nonstop positivity, gratitude, and one of the strongest work ethics we’ve ever seen. Always smiling, always helpful — even on tough days. His clients love him (just check the Google reviews!) and now, as a newly promoted foreman, he’s raising the bar for customer service in our maintenance team. We’re proud to have him on the crew — and happy to grab him an extra sandwich or donut too!

Thank you, Tim, for all that you do! 

 

Tim Trout

Tim Trout

EOM February 2025

Tim came to Earth Works a year ago this month, kicking his Earth Works career off with an aggressive game of kickball when he met us ALL for the first time at our annual Team Day. He immediately, and literally, became a team player, and we are still continuing to be impressed. If he doesn’t understand something, he learns it. And if he is asked to join in on a task, he leaves it better than he found it. Tim’s fun and coolness are Earth Works’ best-kept secret: he bakes bread, collects pieces of nature for homemade terrariums, speaks Spanish, plays the drums, and blows fire! His customers love him, and so do we!

Thank you, Tim, for all that you do! 

 

KYLI GRAHAM

KYLI GRAHAM

EOM January 2025

Kyli joined the Earth Works team in June 2023 and has been wowing us ever since. Her love for all living things—especially aquatic and slimy ones—made her the perfect partner for Glenn, the pond master, in his final year with Earth Works. From solving aquatic challenges to making every customer and team member feel welcome, Kyli’s determination and warmth shine. Her glowing Google reviews and vibrant social media presence say it all! Whether she’s at the garden center or in front of the camera, Kyli’s smile and energy light up every space.

Thank you, Kyli, for ALL that you do.

 

sidney sheirling

sidney sheirling

EOM November 2024

November’s Employee of the Month: Sidney Sherling!
Sidney returned to Earth Works for his 2nd stint with us at the beginning of the year. Sidney displays Earth Works’ points of culture by treating every customer’s yard like his own, having an excellent rapport with his coworkers, and turning his experience as a past landscape foreman into valuable sales leverage. This also makes him a good example of a team member who has progressively risen through the Earth Works ranks. We will also celebrate Sidney in January when he gets married! Congratulations, Sidney!
Thank you for all you do!

 

heather prentice

heather prentice

EOM December 2024

Congrats to December’s Employee of the Month — Heather Prentice
Heather joined the Earth Works team in March of this year as our receptionist and quickly established herself has the first friendly voice of the company. Heather is an example of Earth Works’ Points of Culture. She has an enthusiastic team spirit and is always flexible to help whoever she can. She is incredibly patient with customers, making sure that they are valued and important. Heather does her absolute best and doesn’t stop improving until she and her peers are satisfied with her performance. Heather has become a valuable asset to all corners of Earth Works.
Thank you, Heather, for ALL that you do.

 

JORDAN HOLDCRAFT

JORDAN HOLDCRAFT

EOM October 2024

Congrats to our October Employee of the Month – Jordan Holdcraft
Jordan joined Earth Works last spring as a crewman and was quickly elevated to Foreman. Jordan exhibits all of Earth Works’ points of culture. He is easy to work with and never complains. He takes pride in his works and is often one of last trucks to return at the end of the day. His customers love him as he keeps their flower beds spotless of weeds!
Thank you, Jordan, for all that you do!!

 

Kabobo Mpemba

Kabobo Mpemba

EOM September 2024

Congrats to our September Employee of the Month, Kabobo!

Kabobo joined Earth Works in December 2021. He is a man of few words as he exhibits the Earth Works’ points of culture. Kabobo is happy to work with any member of the landscape team. His quality of work is high, and the Google reviews from customers reflect that! In almost 3 years, we have never heard Kabobo complain, and he is always smiling. But don’t let all this praise fool you, he may paint your car pink if you don’t watch out. He is an amazing person overall, and we are lucky to have him!

Thank you Kabobo!

 

“The nice thing about teamwork is that you always have others on your side.”

                        — Margaret Carty, American author

Services

  • Landscape Design & Installation
  • Paver Patios, Paver Walkways, Paver Driveways
  • Firepits, Retaining Walls , Seat Walls,
  • Landscape Lighting, Drainage design & Installation,
  • Lawn Care Services, Lawn Maintenance, Lawn Fertilization
  • Lawn Pest Control, Lawn Weed Control
  • Aeration and Top Dressing
  • Water Features, Koi Ponds,
  • Waterfalls, Bubbling Fountains
  • Garden Center & Pond Supply Store

General Services Areas

Jacksonville (Jax), Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Ponte Vedra, Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Orange Park, St. Johns, Nocatee

Location

GARDEN CENTER
12501 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32246

LANDSCAPE OPERATIONS
(not open to the public)
St. Johns Bluff
1119 St. Johns Bluff Rd. N.
Jacksonville, FL 32225

Hours

Monday-Saturday 9-5
Sunday 10-5

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
New Year’s Day • Easter • Memorial Day
July 4th • Labor Day • Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve • Christmas Day

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