Landscaping Laborer

CW Resources, Inc.; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Telemedicine

Retirement plan with matching options

Short-term disability

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

CW Resources, Inc. is hiring landscaping laborers for outdoor work at Newport Naval Station. No previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided. This role involves mowing lawns, trimming, and maintaining outdoor spaces while ensuring safety and cleanliness.

Join a supportive team and enjoy benefits like insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for career advancement while working in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• No landscaping experience required – full training provided.
• Ability to follow instructions safely around equipment.
• Dependability and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawn areas and trim around obstacles.
• Weed flower beds and plant seasonal flowers.
• Ensure the job site is clean and organized.

Skills

Team-oriented mindset

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Valid Real ID

Job description

Location and Schedule

Location: Newport Naval Station

Shift: Monday - Friday: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Seasonal Position

About the Role

We’re looking for reliable, outdoor‑oriented people to join our landscaping laborer team. No experience is required – we’ll teach you how to mow lawns, trim bushes, spread mulch, and much more. You just need a good attitude and readiness to learn, and you may apply through the federal AbilityOne Program if eligible.

Day in the Life of a Landscaping Crew Member

• Check in with your supervisor and team members and review the day’s assignments.
• Load the truck with the tools and equipment you’ll need.
• Mow large lawn areas, edge sidewalks and driveways, and trim around trees, fences, and other hard‑to‑reach spots.
• Weed flower beds, prune shrubs and small trees, lay mulch, or plant seasonal flowers.
• Wrap up the job site by blowing off walkways, clearing debris, and ensuring everything looks polished.
• Reload tools, clean up the work area, and communicate any site notes or equipment issues to your crew leader.
• Help unload the team back to the office, clean up, and prep for the next day.

Requirements for Success

• No landscaping experience required – we provide full training.
• Willingness to learn how to safely use landscaping tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely around equipment and outdoor environments.
• Team‑oriented mindset and respectful communication with coworkers and supervisors.
• Dependability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail for tasks such as debris removal, edging, or cleanup.
• Valid Real ID.
• Ability to obtain and maintain government base access.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Be part of a team that appreciates hard work and supports growth.
• Learn professional landscaping tools and techniques.
• Opportunity for career advancement within the organization.
• Stay active and fit while working outdoors.
• Access to an employee wellness coordinator and comprehensive wellness program.

Benefits Package

• Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Telemedicine
• Retirement plan with match options
• Short‑term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Sick and personal time

Physical & Environmental Demands

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving materials and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Repetitive motions such as raking, shoveling, trimming, and pushing equipment.
• Hand‑eye coordination and dexterity for tool handling and detailed tasks.
• Work outdoors in varying weather: heat, cold, rain, wind.
• Possible exposure to dust, pollen, fertilizers, and chemicals.
• Visual acuity to inspect work quality, identify hazards, and ensure safety compliance.
• Hearing and responsiveness to verbal instructions, equipment sounds, and environmental cues.
• Navigate uneven terrain, slopes, and potentially slippery or muddy surfaces.
• Required personal protective equipment: gloves, safety glasses, ear protection, boots.
• Reasonable accommodations can be provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.