Commercial Grounds Technician: Pruning, Mulch & Site Crew

Abbruzzese Brothers; Plain City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Consistent route work with year-round

Training, PPE, uniform, equipment

Supportive team environment

Medical, dental, benefits, vacation, &

holiday pay

Job summary

Abbruzzese Brothers Inc is seeking a dependable grounds technician to support annual and seasonal installation, pruning, weeding, and bed maintenance across commercial properties. The role emphasizes safety, uniform standards, and client-facing professionalism on multi-site routes.

Responsibilities include pruning, weed control, mulching, bed edging, and operating hand tools and basic power equipment. The candidate should have 3–5 years of commercial grounds experience, a valid driver's license,

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in commercial grounds management, pruning, or similar.
• Familiarity with commercial pruning techniques and weed control; basic plant ID a must.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and complete route-based work efficiently.
• Outdoor work in varied weather; lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Reliable transportation to crew meeting point; punctual and dependable.
• Valid driver’s license; clean driving record preferred.
• Certifications (ISA, pesticide applicator, turf/ornamental) a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prune shrubs, hedges, and small trees to commercial specifications and municipal codes.
• Remove weeds by hand, wands, and light tools; apply and replenish mulch per job scope.
• Maintain planting beds: edging, debris removal, soil screening, and spot fertilization.
• Operate and maintain hand tools and basic power equipment (pruners, loppers, string trimmers, blowers).
• Follow company service standards, job checklists, and quality-control documentation.
• Ability to identify annuals and perennials along with proper care skills.
• Report pest/disease/irrigation issues to crew lead; assist with seasonal cleanups and aeration/overseeding tasks as directed.
• Load/unload crew truck, handle materials, and maintain organized vehicle and tool inventory.
• Interact professionally with property managers and client representatives on-site.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Pruning techniques

Weed control

Plant identification

Route-based work

Bilingual English/Spanish

Valid driver's license

Education

ISA / pesticide applicator / turf & ornamental certifications

ISA Certification (plus)

Tools

pruning tools

Power equipment

Job description

Abbruzzese Brothers Inc is seeking a dependable grounds technician to support annual and seasonal installation, pruning, weeding, and bed maintenance across commercial properties. The role emphasizes safety, uniform standards, and client-facing professionalism on multi-site routes.

Responsibilities include pruning, weed control, mulching, bed edging, and operating hand tools and basic power equipment. The candidate should have 3–5 years of commercial grounds experience, a valid driver's license,