Landscape Maintenance Technician

Landscape Garden Centers • Sioux Falls, SD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Landscape Maintenance Technician helps maintain the appearance and health of outdoor properties through seasonal cleanups, landscape maintenance, and plant care. This role works closely with a team to complete landscaping projects efficiently and safely while providing quality service to customers. The position is ideal for someone who enjoys outdoor work, takes pride in hands-on tasks, and is willing to learn landscaping and plant care skills.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to safely use hand tools and landscaping equipment
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Willingness to learn landscaping and plant care practices
• Willingness to obtain a South Dakota Pesticide Applicator License after hire

Nice To Haves

• Previous landscaping, lawn care, groundskeeping, horticulture, or outdoor labor experience
• Experience operating landscaping equipment and tools
• Experience driving trucks and trailers
• Basic knowledge of plants, shrubs, weeds, and landscape maintenance practices
• Existing South Dakota Pesticide Applicator License

Responsibilities

• Perform spring and fall cleanups including pruning, trimming, leaf removal, and debris cleanup
• Maintain landscape beds through weeding, mulching, watering, and general upkeep
• Assist with planting flowers, shrubs, and other landscape materials as needed
• Operate landscaping equipment such as trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, and sprayers safely and efficiently
• Support fertilizer and pesticide applications following company procedures and safety guidelines
• Monitor plant health and report weeds, pests, or landscape concerns
• Drive company vehicles to residential and commercial job sites
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed