Landscape Care Technician

August 28, 2025

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The Landscape Care Technician is responsible for maintaining both residential and commercial lawns and landscapes via install and maintenance. The position is responsible for working with customers on various projects and completing jobs with a high level of quality and efficiency. (This position is based in our Traverse City location)

COMPANY CORE VALUES

Possess and demonstrate a strong Work Ethic
Always have Positive Attitude and promote a positive work environment
Ensure you and the people around you are providing their best Quality of Work
Hold your Team and Self Accountable for the work performed

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates a variety of mowing equipment to mow customer’s lawns in an organized and efficient manner according to company specification for cut and height.
Operates hedge trimmer, weed whip, bed edger, backpack blower, shovel, and other job-related tools in safe manner.
Identifies and pulls weeds from both beds and concrete.
Prunes shrubs, bushes and trees. Maintains clean and neat work area.
Installs mulch manually with shovel or wheelbarrow. Installs plants and trees.
Loads and unloads product and equipment from trucks and trailers manually or using skid steer.
Prepares lawn area to include grading, spreading topsoil and spreading mulch.
Completes landscape work orders as needed.
May drive company vehicle with trailer attached.
Interacts respectfully with clients on-site as needed. Resolves issues or escalates to manager.
Flexes work schedule as business demands.
Follows all safety, PPE, tool care, and housekeeping protocols.
Reports to work on time each day, identifies and suggests job improvements, and strives for quality.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Experience in related job a plus. Ability to demonstrate safe operation of all landscape maintenance equipment.
Irrigation experience a plus.
Valid driver license with clean record. Chauffeur license is preferred.
Good communication skills

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the position is regularly exposed to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme hot and cold conditions.
Regular heavy lifting, bending, crawling and digging.
Employee may be required to walk for long stretches of time.
Employee should be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted, and be able to hold equipment at shoulder height for long periods of time.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Health/HSA, Delta Dental, Eyemed, and Unum available after 90 day waiting period
401K available after 6-month year wait (Summit with match up to 4%)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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