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Lawn Care Technician

Morning Star Lawn Care
Brighton, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/15/2026

Lawn Care Technician

Morning Star Lawn Care — Godfrey, Illinois

Morning Star Lawn Care is hiring Lawn Care Technicians for steady seasonal, full-time work serving residential and commercial properties in Godfrey and the Riverbend area.

We’re a small, hard-working, family-owned company that takes pride in doing the job right. If you’re dependable, comfortable working outdoors, and looking for an opportunity to learn, grow, and take on more responsibility, we’d like to hear from you.

Pay & Schedule

  • $25/hour
  • Full-time, Monday–Friday
  • Approximately 40–45 hours per week
  • Weekly earnings of approximately $1,000–$1,125
  • Seasonal position running from late August through mid-December
  • Work based in Godfrey, IL and the surrounding Riverbend area
  • Weekly pay

What You’ll Do

As a Lawn Care Technician, you’ll help maintain residential and commercial properties and keep lawns looking clean, healthy, and well-maintained.

Responsibilities include:

  • Mowing residential and commercial lawns
  • String trimming and weed eating
  • Edging sidewalks, beds, and other lawn areas
  • Leaf removal and fall clean-ups
  • Blowing and collecting leaves and debris
  • Hauling and disposing of yard waste
  • Operating lawn care equipment safely and properly
  • Maintaining a clean and professional appearance on job sites
  • Working as part of a team to complete jobs efficiently and to a high standard

What We’re Looking For

The right candidate is:

  • 18 years or older
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Comfortable performing physical, outdoor work in various weather conditions
  • Able to work Monday–Friday on a full-time schedule
  • In possession of a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Positive, hardworking, and willing to learn
  • Able to work independently and as part of a crew
  • Previous lawn care or landscaping experience is a plus, but not required

Growth Opportunity

This position can be more than just a seasonal job. We believe in promoting from within and developing people who consistently show up, work hard, and take pride in their work.

Top performers may have the opportunity to move into a full-time General Manager role next year, with responsibilities including:

  • Running and leading crews
  • Scheduling jobs
  • Training and mentoring team members
  • Helping manage daily operations

The General Manager position has a potential salary range of approximately $50,000–$70,000 per year.

Why Work With Morning Star Lawn Care?

  • Competitive $25/hour starting pay
  • Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
  • Full-time seasonal hours
  • Weekly pay
  • Hands-on training
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Potential pathway to a year-round management position
  • Small, family-owned company where hard work and reliability are valued

How to Apply

Apply through ZipRecruiter to be considered for the Lawn Care Technician position.

Morning Star Lawn Care, LLC
Godfrey, Illinois

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