Lawn Maintenance Landscaper

For Garden's Sake; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Garden center discounts

Weekly pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

For Garden’s Sake is seeking an experienced Lawn Maintenance Landscaper in Durham, NC. The role is full-time year-round, starting at $17–$20/hour based on experience, with weekly pay and benefits including PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, and a 401k match.

Typical schedule is 7:00 AM start, Monday–Friday, 40–50 hours with overtime in peak season; occasional Saturdays; four-day weeks during April–October; no Sundays or major holidays. Growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Experience in landscape or lawn maintenance.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Ability to operate large and handheld lawn equipment safely.
• Ability to perform physical outdoor work in varying conditions.
• Bilingual Spanish and English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, and edge turf and beds for a neat appearance.
• Prune shrubs and maintain plant health.
• Weed and care for plants in beds.
• Blow leaves and debris from lawns, walkways, patios.
• Mulch installation.
• Seasonal aeration and seeding.
• Small-scale planting and annuals installation.
• Operate large machinery: trucks, trailers, riding mowers, etc.
• Operate handheld equipment: blowers, weed eaters, aerators/seeders, etc.
• Collaborate with team to deliver high-quality results.
• Interact with clients and crew professionally.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.

Skills

Lawn maintenance experience

Valid driver's license

Equipment operation

Outdoor stamina

Bilingual Spanish/English

Job description

Description

For Garden’s Sake is a family-owned garden center and landscaping company, in operation since 1999. We are continually growing, and offer customers a one-stop shop for plants, landscape design/installation, and lawn maintenance services.

Working with us allows you to enjoy a beautiful, natural environment every day with teammates that want to see you shine. You’ll be given opportunities to train, learn, and grow to your greatest potential. We prioritize caring for our employees as much as our customers.

Plus, we have resident goats, chickens, and ducks!

The Position

We are seeking an experienced Lawn Maintenance Landscaper to join our team. Our crew takes yards to the next level with skilled routine care and a passion for making landscapes look pristine. Crew members are hard working, team players, and work with integrity and professionalism.

This is a full-time year-round position paying $17-20/hour to start based on experience, with weekly pay. We offer paid time off and holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; matching 401k; discounts at the Garden Center; and work-life balance. Advancement opportunities available as we continue to grow.

Work day is 7:00AM to variable end time. Work week is Monday - Friday and averages 40-50 hours with paid overtime; four day workweeks during high season (April - October). Saturday work is rare and we never work on Sundays or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, and edge turf and beds for an overall neat and tidy appearance
• Prune shrubs and maintain plant health
• Weed and care for plants in beds
• Blow leaves and brush from lawns, walkways, patios
• Mulch installation
• Seasonal aeration and seeding
• Small-scale planting and annuals installation
• Operate large machinery: trucks and trailers, ride-on and walk-behind mowers, etc.
• Operate handheld equipment: blowers, weed eaters, aerators/seeders, etc.
• Work closely with a team to produce a superior product that enhances our customers’ lifestyle
• Routinely interact with clients and crew members in a professional manner
• Create a positive work environment for fellow team members

Requirements

• MUST have a valid driver’s license with no major MVR infractions
• Previous experience in landscape/lawn maintenance
• Ability to operate equipment proficiently and safely
• Ability to perform physical work in outdoor conditions, both hot and cold
• Physical capability to lift greater than 50 lbs.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) a plus

For Garden’s Sake is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.