Maintenance Gardener/Grounds-man

Workgrove Landscape Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Workgrove Landscape Inc. seeks a Maintenance Gardener to keep gardens, lawns, and outdoor spaces healthy, attractive, and safe. Responsibilities include planting, pruning, watering, sprinkler maintenance, mowing, and general landscape upkeep, with seasonal project support.

The role requires prior gardening or grounds maintenance experience, knowledge of plant care, and ability to operate landscaping tools in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of plant care and irrigation systems.
• Ability to operate landscaping tools and equipment.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, prune hedges, and edge walkways.
• Water, fertilize, and prune flowers, shrubs.
• Remove weeds, leaves, and debris from landscaped areas.
• Monitor plant health and identify pests or diseases.
• Operate and maintain gardening and landscaping equipment.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems.
• Apply fertilizers.
• Maintain clean and attractive outdoor spaces.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Assist with seasonal landscaping projects and grounds improvements.

Skills

Gardening knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mowing equipment

Irrigation equipment

Pruning tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

HIRING - Maintenance Gardener: responsible for maintaining the health, appearance, and cleanliness of gardens, lawns, landscaped areas, and outdoor grounds. The role involves planting, pruning shrubs, watering or adjusting timers, repair/replace pop-up sprinklers, mowing, and general landscape maintenance to ensure attractive and safe outdoor environments.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mow lawns, prune hedges, and edge walkways.
• water, fertilize, and prune flowers, shrubs.
• Remove weeds, leaves, and other debris from landscaped areas.
• Monitor plant health and identify pests or diseases.
• Operate and maintain gardening and landscaping equipment.
• Maintain, and repair irrigation systems.
• Apply fertilizers.
• Maintain clean and attractive outdoor spaces.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Assist with seasonal landscaping projects and grounds improvements.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of plant care and irrigation systems.
• Ability to operate landscaping tools and equipment.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Skills Required:

• Knowledge of gardening and landscaping techniques.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and safety awareness.