Entry-Level Landscape Technician

BrightView; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid holidays

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is seeking a Landscaper I to provide landscape maintenance support across industrial, commercial, and public properties. You will perform basic tasks under supervision, operate commercial equipment safely, and assist with plant material maintenance.

Primary duties include cutting turf, pruning shrubs, planting beds, and keeping areas clean. The role requires physical stamina and flexibility, including weekends or holidays if needed.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Ability to safely operate landscaping equipment.
• Certified on level 1 equipment (backpack blower, edger, string trimmer, mower).
• Familiar with basic horticultural maintenance operations/practices.

Responsibilities

• Cut turf using power mowers, trim and edge with gas-edger/trimmer, and operate gas blower.
• Prune shrubs and low trees to improve shape or growth habit or remove damaged branches.
• Plant and maintain flower beds.
• Operate edger and line trimmer along sidewalks and beds.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Crew Leader.

Skills

Basic landscaping

Equipment operation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Equipment certification level 1

Tools

Gas-powered lawn equipment

Job description

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is seeking a Landscaper I to provide landscape maintenance support across industrial, commercial, and public properties. You will perform basic tasks under supervision, operate commercial equipment safely, and assist with plant material maintenance.

Primary duties include cutting turf, pruning shrubs, planting beds, and keeping areas clean. The role requires physical stamina and flexibility, including weekends or holidays if needed.