Landscaping Associate

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals of Ithaca and Cortland, NY are seeking Landscaping Associates to join our busy client sites. Duties include mowing lawns, trimming, debris removal, planting, pruning, and basic hardscaping, with most work outdoors and daytime hours.

Ideal candidates have landscaping experience, are physically fit, and prepared for varied weather. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license are preferred; the role offers steady outdoor work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of landscaping/groundskeeping experience.
• Basic gardening and mulching knowledge.
• Flexible availability.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
• Experience in hardscaping and horticulture helpful.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns and trim edges.
• Clear debris and maintain clean work areas.
• Plant, prune and manage planting beds.
• Assist with basic hardscaping tasks.
• Perform outdoor maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Lawn mowing

Weed trimming

Physical stamina

Weather readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Express Employment Professionals of Ithaca and Cortland, NY are recruiting Landscaping Associates for multiple openings with our busy clients in the area. As a Landscaping Associate, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks including mowing lawns, using a weed trimmer, picking up debris, planting, pruning, hardscaping, and other physical tasks. These positions are primarily outdoors with daytime hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in basic landscaping and groundskeeping
• Basic knowledge on gardening and mulching
• Flexible availability
• Ability to work a physically demanding job
• Open to working in varying weather conditions
• Experience in hardscaping and horticulture helpful
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license

EOE

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