Entry-Level Landscaper: Outdoor Grounds Maintenance

BrightView; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightView is seeking a Landscaper I to support landscape maintenance across properties. You will perform basic tasks under supervision and operate commercial equipment safely to maintain plant materials and features.

The role requires stamina and reliability, with duties ranging from mowing and trimming to pruning, planting, and general upkeep of outdoor spaces. A valid driver’s license may be required for BrightView fleet operations.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Enthusiastic and dependable.
• Ability to safely work with 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 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 shape or growth habit, or to remove damaged branches.
• Plant and maintain flower beds.
• 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 hula hoe.
• 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 is seeking a Landscaper I to support landscape maintenance across properties. You will perform basic tasks under supervision and operate commercial equipment safely to maintain plant materials and features.

The role requires stamina and reliability, with duties ranging from mowing and trimming to pruning, planting, and general upkeep of outdoor spaces. A valid driver’s license may be required for BrightView fleet operations.