Lawn Care & Landscape Technician - Paid Training

ForceSource; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ForceSource is seeking a Lawn Care Worker to join our groundskeeping team in Ames, IA. You will perform lawn and landscape maintenance, operate mowers and power tools, and contribute to healthy, attractive outdoor spaces.

This paid position emphasizes safety, learning, and hands-on plant care, with opportunities to grow in horticulture and landscape management while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with lawn maintenance and landscape tasks.
• Ability to identify plants, pests, diseases, and signs of trouble.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and operate equipment responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Operate lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers and power tools safely to maintain lawns and landscapes.
• Perform mowing, edging, pruning, planting, and watering for healthy growth.
• Identify plants, trees, and pests to support landscape upkeep and pest management.
• Follow safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
• Inspect equipment and grounds to spot maintenance needs or hazards.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Equipment operation

Plant care

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting tools

Tools

Power tools

Lawn mowers

Edging tools

Job description

ForceSource is seeking a Lawn Care Worker to join our groundskeeping team in Ames, IA. You will perform lawn and landscape maintenance, operate mowers and power tools, and contribute to healthy, attractive outdoor spaces.

This paid position emphasizes safety, learning, and hands-on plant care, with opportunities to grow in horticulture and landscape management while working in a dynamic environment.