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Super landscapers
Landscape Laborer
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Career Insights for Landscaping / Groundskeeping Worker
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What they do
A Landscaping or Groundskeeping Worker provides landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Provides care for plants and trees including mowing, trimming and planting, and repairs driveways, walks, benches or other structures.
$42,403 / year median in New York
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Join our dynamic landscaping team as a Landscape Laborer, where your energy and enthusiasm will help create and maintain beautiful outdoor spaces. In this role, you will be actively involved in grounds maintenance, landscape installation, and outdoor beautification projects. Your hands-on work will directly contribute to the transformation of outdoor environments, ensuring they are safe, functional, and visually appealing. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in landscaping while working outdoors in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Duties Assist with landscape maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, edging, and pruning to keep outdoor areas pristine. Operate grounds maintenance equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, and power tools safely and efficiently. Support landscape installation projects by planting shrubs, trees, flowers, and installing hardscape features like pathways and retaining walls. Maintain irrigation systems by installing, repairing, and adjusting sprinklers to ensure proper watering of landscapes. Identify various plants and horticultural elements to assist with plant care and landscape design. Follow safety protocols rigorously during all outdoor work activities to prevent accidents and injuries. Perform routine grounds upkeep including debris removal, fertilization, pest management (including pesticide application), and general site cleanup. Skills Strong mechanical knowledge for operating landscaping machinery and troubleshooting equipment issues. Experience with landscape maintenance practices such as mowing, edging, pruning, and gardening techniques. Proficiency with hand tools (shovels, rakes, pruners) and power tools used in landscaping projects. Ability to identify different plant species and understand basic horticulture principles. Knowledge of pesticide management for safe application and pest control measures. Familiarity with irrigation systems installation and repair to ensure healthy landscapes. Outdoor work experience demonstrating physical stamina and the ability to work in various weather conditions. Understanding of safety protocols related to grounds maintenance equipment operation to ensure a safe working environment. Join us in creating stunning landscapes that inspire pride! Bring your passion for outdoor work, your mechanical aptitude, and your dedication to safety — together we'll craft beautiful spaces that stand the test of time!