Stormwater Landscape Tech — Outdoor Work & Travel

Apex Companies; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized medical

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Optional disability plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a Landscape Technician (Stormwater) in Urbandale, IA to support maintenance of stormwater infrastructure on commercial properties. This role suits hands-on individuals with landscaping, lawn care, construction, or groundskeeping experience who enjoy outdoor work.

Daily duties include routine maintenance, light repairs, mowing, and operating landscape equipment. Expect 40–55 hours weekly with travel 10–15 days per month and competitive pay with per diem and benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience with manual labor; outdoor experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of landscaping equipment and materials preferred.
• Willingness to travel locally and regionally (10–15 days per month).
• Must be at least 21 years old due to DOT interstate transportation requirements.
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Candidates must pass pre-employment background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Routine landscape maintenance and light repairs of stormwater systems and infrastructure.
• Mowing, weed trimming, debris removal, ground maintenance, light construction, and repairs.
• Operate landscaping and light construction equipment.
• Travel from the shop to client sites locally and regionally (10–15 days/month).

Skills

Outdoor work

Manual labor

Willingness to travel

Valid license

Job description

Apex Companies is seeking a Landscape Technician (Stormwater) in Urbandale, IA to support maintenance of stormwater infrastructure on commercial properties. This role suits hands-on individuals with landscaping, lawn care, construction, or groundskeeping experience who enjoy outdoor work.

Daily duties include routine maintenance, light repairs, mowing, and operating landscape equipment. Expect 40–55 hours weekly with travel 10–15 days per month and competitive pay with per diem and benefits.