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How much do entry level landscaping jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level landscaping in Michigan is $15.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.41 and $16.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is entry level landscaping hard for beginners?

Entry level landscaping jobs are generally suitable for beginners and often involve basic tasks like planting, mowing, and maintenance. While physical work and outdoor conditions can be challenging, the skills required are usually learned on the job, and training is provided for new workers.

What is an entry level landscaping?

An Entry Level Landscaping job involves performing basic tasks to maintain and improve outdoor spaces. Responsibilities often include mowing lawns, planting flowers, trimming shrubs, and assisting with irrigation systems. No prior experience is usually required, but physical stamina and a willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions are important. This role provides hands-on experience and can be a great starting point for a career in landscaping or horticulture.

How to get started in entry level landscaping?

To start in entry level landscaping, gain basic knowledge of plants, tools, and safety procedures. Obtain a high school diploma or equivalent, and consider completing a short training program or apprenticeship to develop practical skills. Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions are also important.

What does an entry level landscaping do?

A typical day for someone in an entry level landscaping job involves tasks such as mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting flowers or shrubs, and helping with the maintenance of outdoor spaces. You may also assist with laying mulch, cleaning walkways, and setting up or maintaining basic irrigation systems. Work is usually performed outdoors in various weather conditions, and you’ll often be part of a small team under the direction of a supervisor or lead landscaper. This hands-on experience helps build foundational skills and provides valuable exposure to the landscaping industry, paving the way for future advancement opportunities.

Is entry level landscaping a good job with no experience?

Entry level landscaping jobs typically do not require prior experience and can be a good way to gain skills in outdoor work, equipment use, and physical fitness. These positions often offer on-the-job training and may lead to more advanced roles with experience and certifications such as pesticide application or equipment operation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for entry level landscaping?

To thrive as an Entry Level Landscaping professional, you need basic knowledge of horticulture, physical stamina, and the ability to use hand and power tools safely, without needing advanced qualifications. Familiarity with equipment like lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, and occasionally irrigation systems is typical, and safety training or certifications such as OSHA may be advantageous. Reliability, a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to follow instructions help individuals excel in this position. These skills ensure high-quality landscaping work, safe job site practices, and smooth teamwork in outdoor environments.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Landscaping job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,957 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Landscaping Site Crew Leader - (Direct report in Portage) - Chauffeur's License REQUIRED

BrightView

Portage, MI • On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 1 hour ago

BrightView Landscapes rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 90 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 36 rated gardening and landscaping

Job description

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.
This is NOT an entry-level position. Candidates must have at least 1 year of verifiable experience as a Landscaping Crew Leader/Foreman. Candidates with MDARD licenses will move to the top of the Candidate list.
STARTING PAY RANGE for this role IS $19 - $21 PER HOUR AND COULD INCREASE FROM THERE DEPENDENT UPON PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES YOU HOLD.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE:
• Valid Driver's License: Applicants must hold a valid driver's license.
• Chauffeur's Endorsement: A chauffeur's endorsement or chauffeur's license is REQUIRED for this role and the PREFERRED Candidate already holds one. Candidates willing to obtain a Chauffeur's license, prior to starting work and at their cost will also be considered.
• Previous experience: minimum of 1 year Landscaping Crew Leader is necessary.
• DDOT Medical card: The PREFERRED Candidate already holds one. If you do not have a DDOT Medical Card you MUST be able to pass a Medical exam that includes a drug Test (this is a Federal requirement) post-offer and before starting work.
  • State of MI (MDARD) Pesticide licenses: The PREFERRED Candidate already has MDARD Licenses and is willing to maintain them and potentially add more as the need arises at the Company's cost.
  • Irrigation Experience: The PREFERRED Candidate has some experience in Irrigation troubleshooting and repair as well as Spring Start up and Fall Shut down and willing to assist, as needed in these tasks.
  • Hardscapes Experience is preferred.

If your resume does not show LANDSCAPING CREW LEADER EXPERIENCE; your Application WILL BE REJECTED - make sure your Landscaping experience and Landscaping Crew Leader work experience is on your resume. Applications without Resumes WILL BE REJECTED.
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Job Summary
  • The Crew Leader is responsible for overseeing landscape operations at client sites, managing a crew of 2-5 team members to ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to BrightView's quality standards. This role involves supervising a variety of service lines, including basic landscape maintenance, installation, and supportive services such as irrigation, seasonal color management, and chemical applications. The Crew Leader plays a key role in maintaining client satisfaction through effective team leadership and high-quality service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Maintain a schedule and ensure service expectations are met
  • Surface customer problems or concerns and report back to Operations Manager
  • Assist in resolving issues with customer service when needed
  • Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies
  • Communicate regularly with Operations Manager to ensure client needs and expectations are consistently met or exceeded
  • Deliver services as specified on client sites
  • Assisting your team in safely and efficiently completed assigned tasks such as: Planting; Watering; Fertilizing; Digging and Raking just to name a few.
  • Installation of required materials for landscaping/irrigation/site development
  • Strong attention to detail and a Strong work ethic
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Bilingual (Spanish) - preferred
  • Experience using hand equipment with mechanized moving blades such as gas-powered shears
  • Experience using manual hand tools such as shovels and Experience using a hand shovel for extended period
  • Experience working from elevated heights such as an 8" A-frame ladder
  • Experience moving soil, equipment, and materials, digs holes, and plant trees, shrubs and flowers
  • Ability to work in extreme conditions - temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit and to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)
  • Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)
  • Ability to work in/or about situations near direct automotive traffic
  • Ability to work near or about natural bodies of water
  • Ability to work 8+ hours per day with applicable breaks x 5 days/week (some overtime/weekend work required)
  • Coordinate service execution with Operations Manager
  • Oversee day-to-day site operations and delegate work to crew team members
  • Provide Operations Manager feedback on crew member(s) and Work with Operations Manager, helping to develop and train crew members
  • Ensure equipment preventative maintenance is performed as needed and equipment is in good working order and Log equipment usage and maintenance cycles
  • Confirming that all employees are operating safely at all times including reviewing potential traffic hazards; performing hard hat checks and safety gear checks; underground alert reviews; other trades hazard review and performing general public safety checks
  • Maintaining a hazardous communication folder including all relevant forms for chemicals used on the job site
  • Reporting reckless or dangerous activities to job Operations Manager; notify Operations Manager of any accidents and submitting accident reports according to Company policy
  • Participate in branch meetings as directed
    • Ensuring that all employees are attending the weekly tailgate meeting
  • Accurately capture and turn in crew time logs through electronic time capture (ETC)

Education and Experience:
  • BrightView Equipment certifications
  • Experience in a landscape-related field
  • Demonstrated leadership among the team and with peers
  • Valid Driver License (a Valid Chauffeur's license is required)
  • State issued Pesticide licenses is referred
  • Irrigation system repair experience is preferred

Additionally, employees are expected to abide by all internal control & compliance practices to:
  • Safeguard assets from theft and misuse
  • Ensure segregation of duties to minimize fraud
  • Comply with business ethics, applicable laws and regulation
  • Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
  • Periodically reconcile physical assets to accounting records

Physical Demands/Requirements:
  • Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
  • Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
  • Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
  • Able to bend, stop and twist continuously throughout the day and perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
  • You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
  • Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver's license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
  • Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment:
  • Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
  • Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
  • Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
  • Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
  • Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes.

Perks:
  • Competitive salary
  • Paid time off
  • Red Wing Safety Boot Program
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
This job description is subject to change at any time
BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.
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