General Labor Landscaping

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Waterloo is seeking a General Laborer – Landscaping to assist a local landscaping crew with outdoor projects. This role involves hands-on physical work, including shoveling, raking, laying brick, hauling materials, and general groundskeeping as part of a team.

The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions. No prior landscaping experience required, training provided, and a daytime Monday–Friday

Qualifications

• Previous landscaping, construction, groundskeeping, or general labor experience preferred but not required.
• Comfortable performing physically demanding work.
• Willing and able to work outdoors throughout the shift.
• Dependable with strong attendance and reliability.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a crew.
• Hardworking, safety-conscious, and team-oriented.
• No drug test or background check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist landscaping crews with daily projects
• Shovel and rake soil, rock, mulch, and other materials
• Assist with laying brick and other landscaping materials
• Haul materials using wheelbarrows
• Perform general groundskeeping and landscaping tasks
• Load, unload, and move materials as needed
• Follow instructions from crew leaders and supervisors
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Follow all safety procedures while completing outdoor projects

Skills

Teamwork

Dependable

Outdoor work

Job description

General Laborer – Landscaping

Location: Waterloo, IA
Pay: $18.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Type: Full-Time Opportunity

Position Overview

Express Employment Professionals in Waterloo is seeking a General Laborer – Landscaping to assist a local landscaping crew with a variety of outdoor projects. This position involves hands‑on physical work, including shoveling, raking, laying brick, hauling materials, and assisting with general landscaping and grounds projects. The ideal candidate will be dependable, hardworking, and comfortable working outdoors as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist landscaping crews with daily projects
• Shovel and rake soil, rock, mulch, and other materials
• Assist with laying brick and other landscaping materials
• Haul materials using wheelbarrows
• Perform general groundskeeping and landscaping tasks
• Load, unload, and move materials as needed
• Follow instructions from crew leaders and supervisors
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Follow all safety procedures while completing outdoor projects

Qualifications:

• Previous landscaping, construction, groundskeeping, or general labor experience preferred but not required
• Comfortable performing physically demanding work
• Willing and able to work outdoors throughout the shift
• Dependable with strong attendance and reliability
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a crew
• Hardworking, safety-conscious, and team-oriented
• No drug test or background check required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel throughout the shift
• Ability to shovel, rake, and move landscaping materials
• Ability to push and maneuver loaded wheelbarrows
• Comfortable performing repetitive physical labor
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Additional Information:

• Monday-Friday daytime schedule
• Outdoor, physically active work environment
• Previous experience is preferred but not required