Crew Member

Ruppert Companies; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off & holidays

Insurance plans (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) with company match

EAP and wellness support

People-first culture

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Crew Member to perform mowing, trimming, mulching, planting, and related duties under a Field Manager's direction. You will operate hand and power tools, support daily tasks, and contribute to timely, high-quality landscape services.

This outdoor, team-based role emphasizes safety, reliability, and a proactive attitude. Typical hours are 40–45 per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday work in spring.

Qualifications

• Safety-first mindset and PPE compliance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Energetic, dependable, and able to work in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
• Punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• No prior landscape industry experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape maintenance duties under Field Manager direction.
• Support mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, mulching, planting, and seasonal clean-ups.
• Safely operate hand and power tools and landscape equipment.
• Set up and clean up job sites, debris removal, and material handling.
• Assist with monitoring landscape conditions and report irrigation issues or plant health concerns.
• Communicate with team and supervisors about daily activities and safety.
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance and represent Ruppert with professionalism.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support team operations.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Dependability

Teamwork

Initiative

Willing to train

Tools

Lawn mower operation

Trimmer/Blower use

Hedge trimmer/edger

Job description

Crew Member

Who We Are

Ruppert Landscape is a leading provider of commercial landscape maintenance and installation service s with more than 3,500 employees serving customers from 55+ branches across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southern U S . We take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality service s on a wide range of commercial properties and construction projects. For over 50 years , our mission has been to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

Where You Fit In

As a Landscape Maintenance Crew Member, you will perform a variety of landscape management tasksincluding mowing, trimming, mulching, and planting while working collaboratively with a team under the direction of a Field Manager. This role requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, professionalism, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced outdoor environment

Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide range of landscape maintenance duties while following Field Manager direction, property specifications, and maintenance standards to ensure quality workmanship and timely service completion
• Support routine landscape maintenance services such as mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, mulching, planting, and seasonal clean-ups to maintain healthy and attractive properties
• Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools and landscape maintenance equipmentincluding mowers, string trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, bed edgers, and other walk-behind or ride-on machinery
• Support safe and efficient daily operations through jobsite setup and cleanup, debris removal, material handling, and the transport, cleaning, and basic maintenance of equipment and tools
• Assist with m monitoring landscape conditions and report ing irrigation issues, plant health concerns, property damage, or other maintenance needs to supervisors
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding daily maintenance activities, property conditions, equipment or material needs, safety concerns, and service quality
• Work collaboratively within a team environment while adhering to all safety protocols, company procedures, and industry best practices
• Maintain a clean, professional appearance on job sites and represent the company with professionalism at all times
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support overall team operations

Qualifications:

• Safety-first mindset with a commitment to adhering to safety regulations, promoting safe work practices, and wearing proper PPE at all times
• Physically capable of routinely lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials weighing up to 50 pounds outdoors in variable weather conditions
• Energetic, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced, outdoor environment in a variety of weather conditions
• Consistently report to work on time and maintain dependable attendance
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• No prior industry experience is required; training will be provided for motivated and dependable candidates

Hours / OT Eligibility:

Typically 40 45 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday availability required during the spring season

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications
• Hands-on learning from day one with ongoing opportunities to learn, grow, and build your career
• Paid time off and holidays to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• M edical, dental, and vision insurance plans , plus f flexible s pending a accounts (FSA s ) to help cover healthcare and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support for personal, financial, and wellness needs
• A people-first , family-oriented culture where teamwork, respect , and growth matter and where your hard work is recognized and appreciated

Why Ruppert

O ur success starts with our people. We are committed to creating opportunities for our team members to grow, lead, and build meaningful careers. Through hands-on training, strong mentorship, and a collaborative team environment, we invest in developing talented individuals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another. Guided by our core values, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our employees, our customers, and our communities. From maintaining safe work sites to promoting environmental stewardship, we strive to make a positive, lasting impact everywhere we work.

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity andE- Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.