Entry-Level Landscaper: Maintenance & Plant Care

Brightview Landscapes Ltd.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes Ltd. in Orlando, FL is seeking a Landscaper I to support landscape maintenance across commercial properties. You will perform basic landscaping tasks under supervision, operate commercial landscaping equipment safely, and assist with plant material care.

Responsibilities include mowing, edging, pruning, planting, and lightweight upkeep of landscape features while providing friendly service to guests. Must be at least 18 and able to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to safely operate equipment like power saws and cutters.
• Certified on level 1 equipment (backpack blower, stick edger, string trimmer, walk-behind mower).
• Familiar with basic horticultural maintenance operations/practices.

Responsibilities

• Cut turf using various-sized power mowers, trimming, and edging using a gas-powered edger/trimmer, and operating a gas-powered blower.
• Prune shrubs and low trees as needed to improve the shape or growth habit, or to remove damaged branches.
• Plant and maintain flowerbeds.
• Operate the edger and line trimmer along sidewalks, flower beds, trees, buildings, fences, and other objects.
• Pick up trash and blow leaves and other organic debris onto the turf before mowing.
• Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing.
• Perform weeding by hand or using a garden hoe or hulahoe.
• Perform basic, preventative maintenance to extend the life of equipment.
• Properly remove trash, dead plants, and suckers from the landscape.
• Maintain a polite, friendly, responsive demeanor with guests and customers.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Crew Leader as appropriate.

Job description

BrightView Landscapes Ltd. in Orlando, FL is seeking a Landscaper I to support landscape maintenance across commercial properties. You will perform basic landscaping tasks under supervision, operate commercial landscaping equipment safely, and assist with plant material care.

Responsibilities include mowing, edging, pruning, planting, and lightweight upkeep of landscape features while providing friendly service to guests. Must be at least 18 and able to work outdoors in varying weather.