What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landscape Maintenance/ laborer position at Ecology-Lawn?
Job Summary
Join our dynamic landscape maintenance team as a Landscape Maintenance/Laborer, where your energy and dedication will help create and sustain beautiful outdoor environments. In this role, you will perform a variety of outdoor tasks to maintain residential, commercial, and public landscapes. Your efforts will directly contribute to enhancing curb appeal, ensuring safety, and promoting healthy plant growth. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in landscaping, gardening, and groundskeeping while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Duties
- Perform lawn care activities including mowing, edging, trimming, and fertilizing to keep lawns healthy and visually appealing
- Assist with landscape maintenance tasks such as planting, pruning trees and shrubs, mulching, and weed control
- Operate hand tools and power tools safely for various landscaping projects
- Use equipment like excavators for site preparation or hardscape installation under supervision
- Maintain irrigation systems by inspecting, repairing, or installing sprinkler systems to ensure proper watering
- Support snow plowing operations during winter months to keep pathways safe and accessible
- Conduct general maintenance of landscaping equipment to ensure optimal performance
- Assist with tree care including trimming, pruning, and planting to promote healthy growth and safety
- Help install hardscape features such as patios, walkways, or retaining walls as needed
Qualifications
- Basic mechanical knowledge and familiarity with hand tools and power tools used in landscaping and construction projects
- Experience or interest in lawn care, landscape maintenance, gardening or horticulture is preferred
- Ability to operate equipment such as excavators or snow plows is a plus but not required; training will be provided if necessary
- Strong work ethic with the ability to follow safety procedures diligently
- Good physical stamina for outdoor work in various weather conditions including lifting heavy materials and standing for extended periods
- Knowledge of landscape maintenance practices including tree care, irrigation systems, and hardscape installation is advantageous
- Prior experience with landscaping or construction projects is beneficial but not mandatory; training will be provided for the right candidate
Join us in transforming outdoor spaces into vibrant landscapes! This role offers a rewarding chance to develop hands-on skills in landscaping while contributing to beautiful environments that clients will enjoy year-round. We are committed to providing paid opportunities that foster growth and expertise in the groundskeeping industry.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $24