Landscape Crew Member — Outdoor Impact & Benefits

BrightView Landscapes; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401k with employer contributions

6–9 company paid holidays per year

Paid time off for vacation and/or sick

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes is seeking a Landscaper I to support landscape maintenance for a variety of properties. You will perform basic tasks under supervision, operate commercial landscaping equipment safely, and help maintain plant materials and landscape features.

The role involves outdoor work, physical activity, and adherence to BrightView safety standards. Benefits are available for full-time team members, including health coverage and paid time off.

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 with a gas-powered blower.
• Prune shrubs and low trees to improve shape or remove damage.
• Plant and maintain flowerbeds.
• Operate edger and line trimmer along sidewalks and beds.
• Pick up trash and blow leaves and debris onto turf before mowing.
• Mulch leaves and organic matter when mowing.
• Weed by hand or with a hoe.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance.
• Remove trash and dead plants.
• Maintain a polite, friendly demeanor with guests and customers.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Crew Leader.

Skills

Enthusiastic and dependable

Ability to safely operate landscaping

Stamina and outdoor work

Education

18+ years old

Level 1 equipment certification

Basic horticultural maintenance knowledge

Tools

Gas-powered lawn mower

Gas-powered blower

Gas-powered edger/trimmer

Walk-behind mower

Job description

BrightView Landscapes is seeking a Landscaper I to support landscape maintenance for a variety of properties. You will perform basic tasks under supervision, operate commercial landscaping equipment safely, and help maintain plant materials and landscape features.

The role involves outdoor work, physical activity, and adherence to BrightView safety standards. Benefits are available for full-time team members, including health coverage and paid time off.