Towns Land Services

Landscape Maintenance Worker

San Marcos, TX, US$39,520-$56,160Posted 2 months ago

Job Description

Job Summary

Join our dynamic team as a Landscape Maintenance Worker and play a vital role in creating and maintaining beautiful, functional outdoor spaces. This energetic position involves performing a variety of landscape upkeep tasks to ensure our grounds are safe, attractive, and well-kept. You will work with a range of tools and equipment, applying your knowledge of horticulture, plant care, and landscape maintenance to deliver exceptional results. If you thrive in outdoor environments and enjoy hands-on work that makes a visible difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your skills and contribute to community beautification projects.

Duties

  • Maintain lawns by mowing, edging, aerating, and fertilizing to ensure lush, healthy turf.
  • Perform landscape maintenance including pruning, trimming trees and shrubs, planting flowers, and mulching beds.
  • Operate hand tools, power tools, and machinery such as excavators and snow plows safely and efficiently.
  • Manage irrigation systems by inspecting for leaks, adjusting controllers, and repairing components to ensure proper watering schedules.
  • Identify various plants, trees, and pests; apply appropriate horticultural practices or pesticides following safety guidelines.
  • Install or repair hardscape features like walkways, patios, retaining walls, and other landscape structures.
  • Conduct seasonal tasks such as snow plowing during winter months to keep pathways accessible and safe.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated mechanical knowledge with experience operating landscaping equipment and hand tools.
  • Strong background in landscape maintenance and gardening.
  • Knowledge of pesticide management practices and safety protocols.
  • Construction experience or familiarity with hardscape installation is preferred.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting heavy materials (up to 75 pounds), bending, digging, and standing for extended periods.
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Excellent attention to detail combined with the ability to follow safety procedures diligently.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your expertise in landscape maintenance while contributing to vibrant outdoor environments that inspire communities. We value proactive individuals eager to learn new skills and take pride in their work!

Pay: $19.00 - $27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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