Lawncare Specialist

Landscape; Fort Myers (FL); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Ongoing training

Job summary

Down to Earth is seeking a Lawncare Specialist to join our team in Florida. You will perform routine lawn and landscape maintenance as part of a crew of 2-5, ensuring properties stay healthy and attractive.

You should enjoy outdoor work, take pride in quality workmanship, and communicate well with crew leaders. 1–3 years of experience preferred; valid Florida driver’s license and ability to obtain a Round-Up permit are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in lawn care, landscaping, or grounds maintenance.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Holds or can obtain a Round-Up permit upon hire.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine lawn care including mowing, edging, and blowing.
• Maintain turf health on residential, commercial, or HOA properties.
• Assist with fertilization, dethatching, overseeding, and cleanups.
• Identify turf issues and report to supervisors.
• Operate and maintain lawn care equipment safely.
• Conduct basic equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Keep work areas and vehicles clean and professional.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with crew leaders and team members.
• Represent the company professionally on client properties.
• Cut turf with a variety of landscaping tools and perform weeding by hand or equipment.
• Plant, groom, and maintain plant material; perform site cleanups.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative attitude with clients.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Strong work ethic

Team player

Knowledge of turfgrass varieties

Irrigation systems troubleshooting

IPM familiarity

Valid Florida Driver’s License

Round-up permit

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM

We are looking for someone who truly enjoys the green industry. If you get energized and motivated about maintaining beautiful landscapes and being a part of a collaborative team, this may be the job for you! If you describe yourself as a detail-oriented go-getter with a desire to grow your career, we want to hear from you!

As a Lawncare Specialist, you will be responsible for providing routine lawn and landscape maintenance services as part of 2-5 employee crew to ensure client properties remain healthy, attractive, and well maintained. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in quality workmanship, and understands the importance of consistent service in maintaining long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine lawn care services including mowing, trimming, edging, and blowing
• Maintain turf health across residential, commercial, or HOA properties
• Assist with seasonal services such as fertilization, aeration, dethatching, overseeding, and cleanups
• Identify turf issues including weeds, pests, disease, or irrigation problems and report findings to supervisors
• Safely operate and maintain lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and spreaders
• Perform basic equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional work areas and vehicles
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental guidelines, and company policies
• Communicate effectively with crew leaders and team members
• Represent the company professionally when working on client properties
• Cutting turf using a variety of landscaping tools and equipment in a safe manner
• Properly weeding client sites by hand or by utilizing landscape equipment.
• Planting, grooming and maintaining plant material.
• Performing site cleanup duties which includes but is not limited to clearing and disposing of trash and organic material
• Maintaining a positive and collaborative attitude with internal and external clients.

Performing other tasks as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in lawn care, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
• Basic understanding of turf maintenance practices and equipment
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Holds or can obtain a round‑up permit upon hire
• Reliable transportation

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience in commercial or multi‑site landscape maintenance
• Knowledge of turfgrass varieties and seasonal lawn care practices
• Experience with fertilization programs or integrated pest management (IPM)
• Familiarity with irrigation systems and basic troubleshooting
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
• Strong work ethic and pride in appearance and results
• Interest in career growth within lawn care, crew leadership, or landscape operations
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and the ability to pass an MVR check

The well‑being of our team members is important to us, and we want to ensure that you feel supported in your growth. Our benefits offerings include the following:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Ancillary insurance benefits
• 401k with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing training

About Us:

Here at Down to Earth, we pride ourselves in our commitment to our team and the communities we support. With over 1,200 employees spanning across 12 locations, we provide premium commercial landscape development, maintenance, and enhancement services serving multiple regions across Florida.

We are invested in shaping the future of the green industry by focusing on community, continuous improvement, and quality every time. We approach each project with the same business strategy and principles that have made us successful for 30 years: surround yourself with team members that care and offer services that exceed client expectations. We strive to build long‑term relationships by exemplifying value through superior work.

Come and experience the Down to Earth difference! Join our team and work alongside Florida’s best landscape and irrigation professionals. We offer the perfect place to work, learn, and grow. Learn more by visiting our website atwww.dtelandscape.com .

Down To Earth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain top candidates by providing an engaging culture and opportunities to grow and develop. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.