Entry-Level Landscape Technician: Plants, Irrigation & Setup

Gabriel Group; Glenshaw (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Gabriel Group is seeking an Entry-Level Landscape Technician I to support installation, enhancement, irrigation-support, and property improvement under supervision. You will learn plants, materials, grading, drainage, and installation methods while contributing to team goals.

The role is outdoor, part-time, non-exempt with pay starting at $16.00–$20.00 per hour. No prior degree required; a valid driver's license is preferred where applicable.

Qualifications

• Previous landscaping experience is preferred; equivalent construction, outdoor labor, or equipment experience may be considered.
• Ability to learn plants, materials, measurements, grading, drainage, and installation methods.
• Dependable attendance, professional conduct, and ability to work effectively as part of a crew.
• Must comply with drug testing and background screening requirements.
• A valid driver's license is preferred and may be required for assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installing plants, trees, shrubs, flowers, mulch, soil, stone, gravel, edging, sod, and seed.
• Dig, rake, grade, backfill, compact, and prepare work areas as directed.
• Assist with drainage, erosion-control, irrigation, planting-bed, and landscape enhancement projects.
• Measure and mark basic work areas using tapes, stakes, string lines, and job instructions.
• Use hand tools and approved powered equipment safely after training and authorization.
• Load, unload, organize, and protect plants, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Follow job plans, installation notes, manufacturer instructions, and crew direction.
• Protect utilities, structures, existing landscaping, vehicles, and client property.
• Report hidden conditions, property damage, material shortages, hazards, or plan conflicts immediately.
• Complete required timekeeping, photographs, job forms, and notes and assist with snow operations when assigned.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Measurements

Grading & drainage

Teamwork

Driver's license (preferred)

Tools

Hand tools

Powered equipment

Job description

Gabriel Group is seeking an Entry-Level Landscape Technician I to support installation, enhancement, irrigation-support, and property improvement under supervision. You will learn plants, materials, grading, drainage, and installation methods while contributing to team goals.

The role is outdoor, part-time, non-exempt with pay starting at $16.00–$20.00 per hour. No prior degree required; a valid driver's license is preferred where applicable.