Landscaper

Stew Leonards•Yonkers, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grounds Maintenance Team Member helps keep Stew Leonard’s outdoor areas clean, safe, welcoming, and well maintained throughout the season. This hands-on outdoor role is responsible for landscaping and maintaining the overall appearance of the store grounds in Yonkers, NY. The position is part-time, pays $17.25–$17.50 per hour based on seniority and experience, and is paid weekly. Weekend and holiday availability is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The role involves maintaining landscaped areas, performing lawn and plant care, operating landscaping equipment, and keeping exterior areas free of debris. The position works primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions and requires frequent physical activity, including the ability to safely lift or move up to 70 pounds. Stew Leonard’s describes the role as contributing to customers’ first impression of the store and helping create a welcoming environment. The company mentions opportunities for career growth and promotion from within, benefits for eligible team members, and access to earned pay through Dayforce Wallet. The job posting says applicants may be able to start as soon as one week.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Previous landscaping, lawn care, or grounds maintenance experience is required.
Knowledge of basic lawn and plant care, including appropriate plant types, mulching, planting, and general landscape maintenance.
Comfortable safely operating lawn and landscaping equipment.
Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Dependable, honest, and flexible.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Friendly and courteous when interacting with customers and fellow Team Members.
Good verbal communication skills.
Valid driver’s license required.
Able to safely lift and/or move up to 70 lbs. as required by the position.
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and performing physical work for extended periods.
Available to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Maintain lawns, plants, shrubs, flower beds, and mulched areas throughout the property.
Perform lawn and landscape care, including trimming, weeding, mulching, planting, watering, and seasonal cleanup.
Safely operate landscaping equipment, including gas-powered weed trimmers, leaf blowers, and other lawn-care equipment.
Pick up trash, leaves, branches, and other debris to keep exterior areas clean and inviting.
Maintain the overall appearance of the property so the grounds are ready to welcome customers each day.
Identify areas needing additional maintenance or attention and communicate concerns to management.
Follow proper safety procedures when using equipment and completing outdoor work.
Assist with other grounds and property-maintenance needs as assigned.