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Landscape Lighting Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Landscape Team Leader

Evington, VA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

For 27 years, Southern Landscape Group has been Central Virginia's premier landscape design/build ... Lighting: proper installation of low-voltage lighting systems, controller programming, repair and ...

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Hardscape Technician

Evington, VA · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

For 27 years, Southern Landscape Group has been Central Virginia's premier landscape design/build ... Lighting: proper installation of low-voltage lighting systems, controller programming, repair and ...

Setting up indoor and outdoor lighting systems, including recessed lighting, security lighting, and landscape lighting. * Wiring and installing pool and hot tub electrical systems, ensuring proper ...

Service Electrician

Manassas, VA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Setting up indoor and outdoor lighting systems, including recessed lighting, security lighting, and landscape lighting. * Wiring and installing pool and hot tub electrical systems, ensuring proper ...

Setting up indoor and outdoor lighting systems, including recessed lighting, security lighting, and landscape lighting. * Wiring and installing pool and hot tub electrical systems, ensuring proper ...

Hardscape Team Leader

Evington, VA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

For 27 years, Southern Landscape Group has been Central Virginia's premier landscape design/build ... Lighting: proper installation of low-voltage lighting systems, controller programming, repair and ...

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How much do landscape lighting jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for landscape lighting in Virginia is $23.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.61 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Landscape Lighting job?

A Landscape Lighting job involves designing, installing, and maintaining outdoor lighting systems to enhance the beauty, safety, and functionality of landscapes. Professionals in this field strategically place lights to highlight architectural features, walkways, gardens, and outdoor living areas. They work with various lighting types, such as LED, solar, and low-voltage systems, to create energy-efficient and visually appealing environments. Additionally, they may troubleshoot and repair lighting issues to ensure long-term performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Landscape Lighting position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Landscape Lighting, you need a solid understanding of electrical systems, lighting design principles, and landscape architecture, often supported by relevant experience or vocational training. Familiarity with tools such as voltage meters, trenchers, and lighting control systems, as well as a state electrical license or low-voltage certification, is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong customer service skills help professionals excel when customizing solutions for clients. These competencies ensure safe, aesthetically pleasing, and energy-efficient lighting installations that meet both technical standards and client needs.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Landscape Lighting professional?

A Landscape Lighting professional’s day often involves meeting with clients to discuss outdoor lighting needs, creating custom lighting designs, installing and wiring fixtures, and troubleshooting any system issues. Maintenance tasks, such as replacing bulbs, adjusting placement, and ensuring electrical safety, are also common. Collaboration with landscapers, electricians, or property managers may be required to ensure designs are integrated seamlessly with the overall landscape. This role can involve both independent and team work, often outdoors and sometimes during evenings to properly assess lighting effects.

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Infographic showing various Landscape Lighting job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,260 per year, or $23.7 per hour.
Landscape Team Leader

Landscape Team Leader

Southern Landscape Group, Inc

Evington, VA • On-site

$17.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

About Us:
For 27 years, Southern Landscape Group has been Central Virginia's premier landscape design/build and maintenance firm. With a focus on high-end residential and commercial properties, we deliver unparalleled experiences and service to our clients daily.
At Southern, it all starts with our team! We realize that we are only as good as the people we have representing our brand; therefore, our emphasis is on finding, retaining, and training the highest quality people! Our mission is to support and grow our teams so we can make our clients' lives better. Our modern fleet of equipment & trucks, modern facility & technology, and focus on safety make working here a mutually beneficial experience.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Landscape Team Leader is an experienced team member working in the Landscape division of the company. The primary function of the Landscape Team Leader is to direct the activities of two or more team members on a job. The Landscape Team Leader is able to operate a variety of equipment and has basic horticultural knowledge. They have advanced knowledge in landscape means, methods, techniques, and works with minimal supervision.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
  1. Reviewing job notes for clear understanding of scope of work to be performed on daily basis
  2. Plan daily tasks, labor, materials, and equipment for current and next day's work
  3. Read, measure, and interpret landscape plans
  4. Working knowledge and understanding of pesticides used
  5. Mix and apply various pesticides using proper PPE and application techniques
  6. Lead team members performing the following landscape services:
  • Landscape bed installation and maintenance
  • Pruning: horticulturally correct tree/shrub/perennial pruning and dead heading
  • Plant health: identify, diagnose, and treat plant health issues regarding diseases and insects
  • Irrigation: proper installation, controller programming, minor irrigation repairs, and seasonal adjustment
  • Water features: installation of water features, care & maintenance of pumps, aquatic plants, water chemistry, and fish
  • Lighting: proper installation of low-voltage lighting systems, controller programming, repair and replacement of lighting system components
  • Drainage: installation of drainage pipe, drain boxes, drainage channels, dry creek beds, and swales
  • Grading: use machinery, hand tools, and grade measuring tools to properly contour, shape, and fine grade soil to achieve desired look and function
  • Watering: new install plant and turf watering
  • Plant installation: plant identification, bed preparation, proper plant installation, layout, care and maintenance
  • Spring clean-ups: bed cleanout, bed edging, pre-emergent, plant fertilization, and mulch installation
  • Retaining walls: installation using boulders and natural stone
  • Stepping stones and steps: installation using natural stone
  • Edging: installation of metal and cobblestone edging
  • Utilities: how to call in a utility locate, update an existing ticket, and identify utility markings
  • Blowing: using handheld or backpack blower to blow off all hard surfaces
  • Snow removal
  • Any other tasks necessary.
  1. Operates small and medium duty tools and equipment to include but not limited to: compact track loaders, track loader, mini-excavator, pressure washer, hedge trimmers, backpack blowers, bed edgers, re-definers, rototiller, chainsaw, pole saw, string trimmer, ladder, backpack sprayer, dump trailer/bed, mulching trailer, wheel loader, zip level, tape measure, cordless & hammer drill, Sawzall, circular saw, voltage meter, plumb bob, level, gas/electric water pumps
  2. Identifies enhancement ideas to improve client property and submits via issue tickets.
  3. Learns and has a working knowledge of all properties, responsibilities and knows limits of work.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Time will be spent in an outdoor environment with limited ability to control noise, airborne contaminants, and temperature. Be able to lift 50 pounds regularly.
The team member is expected to work the assigned hours at Southern Landscape Group from Monday through Friday as well as weekends & overtime as dictated by seasonal needs. This is an hourly wage position with a normally expected workday of 6:50 AM until 5:00 PM.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
  • A high school degree or GED is required as well as two years of documented experience in the green industry
  • Must have great verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to use Apple technology for time tracking and job management
  • Must have great analytical problem solving and decision-making ability
  • Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate with clients and professionals
  • Ability to use Google translate efficiently to communicate with Spanish speaking workers
  • Responsible for training and coaching a team of two or more team members to help develop their skills & ensure team members receive proper training
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient job site and ensure truck/tools/equipment are properly maintained.
  • Ensure daily tasks are completed on schedule and budget to quality standard
  • Responsible for all tools being returned to the shop at the end of a workday and tagging any tools needing repairs
  • Ability to drive truck & trailer combinations
  • Maintain a neat and clean professional appearance
  • Performs daily check-ins with Group Leader by 3:00 PM to discuss current project status and equipment needs for the following day
  • Works as a team member throughout Southern Landscape Group with a positive attitude
  • Knows and supports the company's vision, mission, and core values

CERTIFICATIONS
  • Valid Virginia driver's license with insurable driving record
  • VDACS Registered Tech Certification
  • CPR/First Aid Certification
  • NALP Landscape Technician Cert. - Landscape Install & Irrigation
  • VCH (Skilled)
  • Valid Virginia CDL class "A", with "O" exemption and valid medical card (skilled)

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.? Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Southern Landscape Group, Inc. does not guarantee that a position will be available at the time of submission. The submission of a resume or information expressing interest in working at Southern Landscape Group, Inc. does not obligate the company in any way and does not guarantee employment. Any false statements or omissions of information submitted from this site may lead to denial of employment or dismissal, if you are hired.
Salary Description
$17.25+