Landscaping Crew Member

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

James River Grounds Management, LLC in Newport News, VA is seeking a Landscaping Crew Member to perform lawn care, mulching, pruning and plant installation. You will operate equipment, follow safety rules, and help complete landscape projects on client properties.

Qualified candidates are 18+, able to read drawings, and possess a HS diploma or equivalent; licensure as a State Technician or Applicator is preferred. We offer medical, dental and vision benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Able to read architectural drawings.
• Able to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
• Dependable; arrives to work on time and commits to hours based on weather/season.
• Organized, safety conscious, punctual, and customer service oriented.
• Able to follow plans shown on a map of property.
• Ability to teach and train new laborers.
• Accountable; follows directions and manages responsibilities.
• Solutions-oriented with ability to apply feedback to improve performance.

Responsibilities

• Operate landscape equipment (skid steer, excavator, backhoe).
• Carry out landscape maintenance functions with emphasis on weed control and chemical applications where licensure is required.
• Store, transport, mix and apply chemicals per regulations.
• Follow installation instructions with Crew Leader and Operations Manager.
• Assist in loading/unloading equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Maintain equipment and keep job site and vehicles clean and organized daily.
• Work safely to ensure quality and timely completion of tasks.
• Participate in required training programs.

Skills

Equipment operation

Skid steer

Excavator

Backhoe

Reading drawings

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Technician license

State Applicator license

Job description

Landscaping Crew Member

Brand: James River Grounds Management, LLC

Location: Newport News, VA, United States

Date Posted: Feb 3, 2026

Requisition Number: 1384

Description

Crew Member

This position is responsible for lawn mowing, clean-ups, mulching, trimming, landscape maintenance, pruning, fertilization, weed control, planting of trees and shrubs, flower installation, leaf clean-ups, and similar tasks. Employees are responsible to safely and efficiently complete landscape enhancement projects on assigned properties.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Running equipment (skid steer, excavator, backhoe, etc....)
• Carries out specific landscape maintenance functions on the job site with an emphasis on spraying weed control and other chemical applications requiring licensure.
• Stores, transports, mixes and applies chemicals in accordance with the law.
• Follows installation instructions and plans with the Crew Leader and Operations Manager.
• Assists in loading and unloading equipment, tools, and supplies on truck.
• Complies with the equipment preventative maintenance program and thoroughly cleans used equipment and stores in designated areas daily.
• Performs all job-related tasks safely and efficiently and uses all tools and equipment in accordance with company safety policy.
• Assists in keeping job site, vehicles, trailers, warehouses and offices safe, clean and organized.
• Informs supervisor of problem areas on site, equipment or supply issues, or of any accident or loss.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures and safety requirements, especially in the handling of equipment.
• Works to assure quality and timely completion of all tasks assigned.
• Participates in training programs as required.
• *May be required to safely transport Crew Member's to and from site in a company vehicle.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years-of-age or older.
• Able to read architectural drawings
• Able to safely work alone and display quality and thoroughness in work product.
• Ability to teach and train new laborers.
• Able to follow plans as shown on a map of property.
• Dependable; consistently arrives to work on time, responds to management direction and commits to the required hours for job completion that will vary based on weather/season.
• Organized, hardworking, safety conscious, punctual, leads by example, self-motivated, honest, and customer service-driven.
• Effectively communicates with others, with the ability to read and/or comprehend written and verbal instructions/information. Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.
• Accountable; demonstrates dependability in attendance and timeliness, and carefully follows directions and instructions provided.
• Solutions-oriented with the ability to apply feedback to improve performance.

Education & Experience

• 2+ years of experience in landscape installation.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Holds, at a minimum, a State Technician and/or Applicator license per local requirement.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Driver's License Preferred, but not required

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note:

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.