Outdoor Turf & Landscape Technician - Year-Round

Ryan Lawn & Tree Inc; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

ESOP

401(k) with company match

Uniforms provided

11 paid holidays + 1 floating personal

17 PTO days

Job summary

RJ Lawn & Landscape in Waukee, IA is hiring Turf Team Members and Landscape Maintenance Team Members. Earn $20.00-$22.00 per hour based on experience. Year-round employment includes snow removal duties in winter, with routes serving residential and commercial customers.

Join a hands-on outdoor crew, operate riding mowers and power tools, and assist with bed maintenance, mulching, and plant care. Opportunities to advance to Crew Leader and management roles are available.

Qualifications

• Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.
• Valid Iowa driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort operating outdoor power equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers).
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather, including winter snow removal shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate riding lawn mowers, string trimmers, and blowers to keep properties looking sharp.
• Maintain beds, trim plants/shrubs, replenish mulch, water, and monitor plant health.
• Assist Crew Leader with daily prep and ensure high-quality work on routes.
• Follow directions on task assignments, standards, and site-specific instructions.
• Ensure properties are clear of obstacles and gates are secured on exit.
• Service, clean, and secure tools and equipment, and assist with inventory.
• Report equipment issues, accidents, or property damage immediately.
• Support RJ Lawn & Landscape safety procedures, vision, and values.
• Year-round employment with snow removal duties in winter.

Skills

Background check

Drug screening

Driver's license

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Outdoor work

Team communication

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Blowers

Job description

RJ Lawn & Landscape in Waukee, IA is hiring Turf Team Members and Landscape Maintenance Team Members. Earn $20.00-$22.00 per hour based on experience. Year-round employment includes snow removal duties in winter, with routes serving residential and commercial customers.

Join a hands-on outdoor crew, operate riding mowers and power tools, and assist with bed maintenance, mulching, and plant care. Opportunities to advance to Crew Leader and management roles are available.