Landscaper I

BrightView; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and vision

Dental insurance

401k with employer contributions

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

BrightView is seeking a Landscaper I to perform landscape maintenance across commercial properties. You will mow, trim, edge, prune, plant beds, and assist with general upkeep under supervision. This role requires safe operation of commercial landscaping equipment and a courteous, guest-focused demeanor.

Applicants must be 18+, and hold Level 1 equipment certification. The position involves physical work outdoors, exposure to heat, and safe handling of tools and materials.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• 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, and operating a gas-powered blower.
• Prune shrubs and low trees to improve shape or remove damaged branches.
• Plant and maintain flower beds.
• Operate edger and line trimmer along sidewalks and features.
• Maintain equipment and perform basic preventative maintenance.
• Report unsafe conditions to Crew Leader.

Skills

Equipment safety

Level 1 equipment certification

Horticultural maintenance

Physical stamina

Education

Minimum age 18

Job description

Description

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Job Summary

The Landscaper I provide landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and public properties. This position involves performing basic landscaping tasks under supervision, supporting the safe operation of commercial-grade landscaping equipment, and assisting with the maintenance of plant materials and other landscape features.

Duties and 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 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

Education and Experience:

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

Physical Demands/Requirements:

Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)

Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)

Ability to bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the day

Work Environment:

Work in/or about situations near direct automotive traffic

Work near or about natural bodies of water

Ability to work in extreme conditions - temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit

Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time

Work outdoors in moderate to extreme heat in dry/humid near automotive traffic, natural bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical/electrical hazards, and direct sunlight.

Requires protective clothing and personal devices: Eye protection, safety vest, gloves, hard hat, earplugs, long-sleeved shirts, and work boots

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

It's Not Just a Team. It's One BrightView.